Head Men's and Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach/Professor of Physical Education

Hamilton College

$83K — $111K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Prior collegiate coaching experience is a plus.
  • Demonstrated success in recruiting and player development.
  • Experience in program management is desirable.
  • Ability to coach and mentor athletes from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

  • Direct NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field programs.
  • Plan and conduct practices and competitions.
  • Manage team operations and budgets effectively.
  • Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies.
  • Teach courses in wellness, fitness, or lifetime physical activity.
  • Foster an inclusive team culture that supports athlete growth.
  • Engage in departmental service and student-athlete development initiatives.

Benefits

  • Tuition benefits for employees to support continued education.
Full Job Description
Description

The Department of Physical Education and Athletics at Hamilton College invites applications for the position of Head Men's and Women's Cross Country/Track & Field Coach/Professor of Physical Education. We seek an experienced, dynamic leader to direct all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field programs, including recruiting, coaching, player development, and program administration, while fostering a positive and inclusive team culture that supports the academic and personal growth of student-athletes. Responsibilities include planning and conducting practices and competitions, managing team operations and budgets, and ensuring compliance with all NCAA, conference, and institutional policies. In addition, the Head Coach will contribute to the academic mission of the department by teaching courses in wellness, fitness, or lifetime physical activity.

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their ability to coach, mentor, and support student-athletes from broadly diverse backgrounds. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would enhance the educational and athletic experience of student-athletes and contribute to the College's mission of academic excellence, inclusion, and community engagement. The position requires active engagement in departmental service, including participation in athletics department initiatives, student-athlete development programming, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree and prior collegiate coaching experience are preferred. A Master's degree or other terminal degree must be completed within 3 years (Hamilton college does offer tuition benefits to employees: https://www.hamilton.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits/tuition-benefits. Qualifications will determine faculty rank. Demonstrated success in recruiting, player development, and program management is highly desirable. The expected 12-month salary range for this position is $83,600 to $111,900 commensurate with experience and education.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/191812. Questions regarding the search may be directed to Kristine Fowler, ([redacted]) Chair of Physical Education and Director of Athletics. Our review of applications will begin immediately with an anticipated start date no later than January 1, 2027.

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