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Head Coach, Cross Country, Track & Field in Hammond, IN for University of Purdue Northwest
Details Posted: 06-Jun-25 Location: Hammond, Indiana Type: Full-time Categories: Coaching Coaching – Cross Country Coaching – Track & Field Sector: Collegiate Sports Required Education: 4 Year Degree The Opportunity The Department of Athletics at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites applications for the Head Cross Country, Track & Field Coach. The Position The head coach […]

Details
Posted: 06-Jun-25
Location: Hammond, Indiana
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Coaching
Coaching – Cross Country
Coaching – Track & Field
Sector:
Collegiate Sports
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
The Opportunity The Department of Athletics at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites applications for the Head Cross Country, Track & Field Coach.
The Position The head coach is responsible for leading the cross country and track & field program, including, but not limited to the following duties:
Required Qualification & Core Competencies
This position requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in sports management, physical education,
education, or fitness. Two years of coaching experience in professional, college or high school is
required. The core competencies of the ideal candidate include, but are not limited to:
• Must have strong team building and management skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to coordinate collaborative efforts;
• Demonstrated experience in program development, management, and leadership;
• Ability to interact with members of the public and media;
• Ability to supervise regular and temporary staff;
• Ability to work across academic/administrative departments in a cooperative manner;
• Understanding of the student-athletes’ commitment to academics; and
• Knowledge of rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA and conference should be maintained, reviewed and practiced to ensure compliance relative to those applicable duties.
The position requires frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Application Procedures
Applicants should submit a confidential letter of application, resume, and contact information for three references in one PDF file to opportunity@mammothconsulted.com. For questions, nominations, or inquiries contact Dr. Kurt Patberg, Vice President, Mammoth Sports Consulting at kurt.patberg@mammothconsulted.com.
About University of Purdue Northwest
Part of the internationally respected Purdue University system, Purdue University Northwest offers world-class educational opportunities at an excellent value on two culturally diverse, student-centered campuses in Northwest Indiana and close proximity to Chicago. Purdue Northwest has approximately 8,900 students and offers more than 70 degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels.
PNW sits between Chicago’s skyscrapers and Lake Michigan’s shores. You can have all the perks of a world-class city just a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.
Connections working at University of Purdue Northwest
https://ncaamarket.ncaa.org/jobs/21394906/head-coach-cross-country-track-field