Date Posted: 09/01/2026
Req ID: 49785
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Description:
About us:
The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity. kpe.utoronto.ca.
Your Opportunity:
Reporting to the Director, Interuniversity and High Performance Athletics, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing the University’s track & field and cross country operations within established University guidelines, policies and procedures. Responsibilities include but are not limited to student athlete recruitment, track and field program athlete management, human resources and financial management, sport development, student athlete development, alumni relations, community development, ensuring safe sport compliance and acting as a technical resource.
The incumbent is responsible for the design and implementation of a comprehensive sport development plan that is conducive to positioning U of T at a competitive level to achieve provincial and national prominence. The plan shall include financial and support services, annual and quadrennial performance targets, budget and revenue/expense tracking framework, team revenue generation targets, and evaluation framework to measure performance against agreed upon targets.
The incumbent will be responsible for managing the finances of the track and field program, including both the operational budget and a restricted spending plan. Fundraising is a key component to the success of the program, and the incumbent is responsible for raising a minimum of 10% of the total of the two budgets annually.
The incumbent is responsible for managing the recruitment processes for the interuniversity track & field and cross country program and maintaining the recruiting database.
The head coach’s professional presentation of the benefits of attending the University of Toronto and being a member of the Varsity Blues is critical to the success of the program and our ability to attract excellent students and athletes to U of T.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
- University degree preferably in kinesiology/physical education or combination of equivalent experience.
- Fully certified National Performance Coach or High-Performance Coach level preferred, equivalency
considered.
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of 5 years coaching experience in OUA or U SPORTS and at least 3 years of head coaching experience or equivalent level of program experience.
SKILLS:
- Demonstrated strong leadership, coaching and motivational skills.
- Teamwork and team building are essential to this role and the ability to collaborate within a collegial environment is paramount.
- Strong negotiation, and analytical skills required in relation to athlete issues and financial issues.
- Must have full technical knowledge of and be current in all the rules and regulation that govern World Athletics.
- Have a demonstrated ability to analyze all aspects of track & field and cross country.
- Must be knowledgeable in the OUA and USPORTS rules that govern the sport programs around recruiting, athletic scholarship, eligibility compliance rules.
- Basic Microsoft Suite (i.e. PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience working with relevant recruitment databases
- Good numeracy and record keeping skills
OTHER:
- Sensitivity to and understanding of equity, diversity and inclusion and demonstrated skill to act on issues/problems/initiatives involving equity and diversity matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills; instructional, coaching and motivating skills.
- Demonstrated skills/abilities in planning and organizing, taking initiative, problem solving and exercising good judgment.
- Ability to maintain tact and composure in a highly competitive environment.
- Must be able to deal with crisis management related issues and manage public relations interactions with media, alumni and University officials.
Closing Date: 09/30/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 4 -- Hiring Zone: $106,705 - $124,491 -- Broadband Salary Range: $106,705 - $177,843
Job Category: Athletics