Director Of Cross Country Track & Field

Description About the Job
The Director of Cross Country Track & Field at Colorado Christian University (CCU) is responsible for the overall administration, team and player development, and academic integrity of the men's & women's cross country track and field program.The Director will give primary attention to partnering with the CCU student-athletes in their efforts to gain a Christ-centered education and positively represent the University through a competitive National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II Athletic program. The Director must understand the dynamics of a small university setting and have the ability to manage tasks both within and outside of the coaching arena, working towards success for the Athletic Department as a whole, and must be able to effectively supervise the staff of assistant coaches.
About CCU Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver. 
Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914. CCU's motto is "grace and truth," which comes from John 1.14: "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." (ESV) 
CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings. 
CCU's embraces an educational model that was there at the foundation of many of the great western and American universities. It is made up of three pillars—competence, character, and Christ-centered faith. Secular universities have abandoned two of those pillars. We think this is a major oversight that eventually undermines education. Furthermore, we believe this classical educational model is both life-giving and greatly needed in our time. 
A leader in higher education, CCU has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had ten consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master's granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education. 
CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its two colleges--the College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online. 
What is most appealing about working at CCU? Faith-friendly: CCU's culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.We're looking for candidates who have: A minimum of five years of college coaching experience at an NCAA university is required. Head coaching experience and Master's degree is preferred.Experience in a private Christian institution is desirable.Strong discipleship/Christian mentorship skills and the ability to evangelize through the context of athletics.Ability to develop healthy departmental and player relationships that motivate and develop a "winning attitude" among players and staff.Demonstrated ability to effectively recruit student-athletes.Proven track record with a comprehensive knowledge of coaching with the ability to successfully lead a competitive program at the NCAA Division II level.Positive communication skills that creates collaboration both within the department and interdepartmentally.Key Job Duties Contribute to CCU's mission: Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Director disciples staff and students alike, teaching them to worship God through athletics and encouraging them to pursue godly discipline and transformation both on and off the field.Demonstrate a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and the ability to share your faith in various settings.Oversee six different teams: men's and women's cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track, with a championship season running August 15-May 30. Maintain supervision responsibility for a roster of over 60 athletes. Implement a discipleship/mentorship program within the team for all Cross Country Track & Field student-athletes that helps lead them into a deeper personal relationship with Jesus Christ and encourages them to share that relationship with others.Supervise and evaluate all assistant coaches to meet the expectations established by the CCU Athletics department.Mentor assistant coaches to achieve excellence in coaching skills and techniques.Recruit athletically talented Christian student-athletes, whose faith and lifestyle align with the broader mission and vision of CCU.Develop and supervise practices, meet planning, schedule arrangements, as well as a consistent off-season training and conditioning program.Support and motivate cross country track and field student-athlete in reaching their full athletic potential and perform at the highest possible level.Effectively manage the program budget, fundraising, and additional administrative duties.Maintain high academic standards for student-athletes and focus on retaining students in the program and at CCU.Interact with other University departments to create continuity of care for student-athletes.Receive and maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid certification. Maintain involvement with community development, public relations, promotion of competitions, camp development, mission trips, and outreach.Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.            Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. You will be required to work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends. What we offer our employees:
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package includes: a tuition waiver program, excellent healthcare, generous paid time off, matching 403(b) retirement plan, and additional organizational paid benefits and voluntary benefit offerings. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process.Colorado Christian University's pay philosophy is based on internal and external data for pay equity; along with budgetary considerations for effective stewardship. Pay will be assigned based on relevant experience at a range of $68,000 - $73,000 per year. We reserve the right to pay an equitable rate that we believe is within our salary structure or that may fit a candidate's qualifications or experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage range for a job offer. CCU reserves the right to make pay decisions based on economic and equity considerations to attract the best possible talent. CCU does not determine pay based on sex or any other protected status. 
Spiritual Requirements Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming "born again" thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God. Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University. Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education.Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU's Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University.Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Colorado Christian University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status. CCU is committed to an environment free from discrimination and harassment and calls on every member of the university community to be vigilant in deterring and reporting all violations. CCU does reserve the right to exercise preference on the basis of religion in all of its employment practices. All employees who work at CCU must demonstrate a spiritual testimony consistent with our evangelical mission and follow our lifestyle expectations.