Distance Coach

Missouri Valley College is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual for the position of Distance Coach. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing the cross country program, overseeing distance events on the track, fostering a competitive team environment, and ensuring a positive experience for student-athletes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership:  Develop and maintain a successful cross country program that competes at a high level within the conference and nationally.
• Coaching and Training:  Design and implement training plans that enhance athletic performance, focusing on developing athletes’ skills and strategies for both individual and team success.
• Recruitment:  Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who will contribute positively to the program and meet the academic standards of Missouri Valley College.
• Student-Athlete Development:  Mentor student-athletes academically and athletically, promoting their personal growth, sportsmanship, and commitment to team values.
• Scheduling and Competitions:  Plan, organize, and coordinate all aspects of the cross country schedule, including practices, meets, and travel arrangements.
• Collaboration:  Work closely with the track coach and athletics administration to support the college’s mission, vision, and goals, including fundraising efforts and community relations.
• Compliance:  Ensure adherence to all NAIA, conference, and institutional regulations and policies.
• Program Management:  Oversee budgeting and financial planning for the cross country program, including equipment, travel, and other operational needs.
• Community Engagement:  Promote the cross country and track program within the local community and engage in outreach activities to enhance the visibility of the program.

Qualifications:

Missouri Valley College is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual for the position of Distance Coach. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing the cross country program, overseeing distance events on the track, fostering a competitive team environment, and ensuring a positive experience for student-athletes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership:  Develop and maintain a successful cross country program that competes at a high level within the conference and nationally.
• Coaching and Training:  Design and implement training plans that enhance athletic performance, focusing on developing athletes’ skills and strategies for both individual and team success.
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• Recruitment:  Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who will contribute positively to the program and meet the academic standards of Missouri Valley College.
• Student-Athlete Development:  Mentor student-athletes academically and athletically, promoting their personal growth, sportsmanship, and commitment to team values.
• Scheduling and Competitions:  Plan, organize, and coordinate all aspects of the cross country schedule, including practices, meets, and travel arrangements.
• Collaboration:  Work closely with the track coach and athletics administration to support the college’s mission, vision, and goals, including fundraising efforts and community relations.
• Compliance:  Ensure adherence to all NAIA, conference, and institutional regulations and policies.
• Program Management:  Oversee budgeting and financial planning for the cross country program, including equipment, travel, and other operational needs.
• Community Engagement:  Promote the cross country and track program within the local community and engage in outreach activities to enhance the visibility of the program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in a related field
• Previous coaching experience in cross country at the collegiate level is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of distance training techniques and strategies.
• Proven ability to recruit and develop student-athletes in a competitive environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships within the team and with the wider college community.
• Commitment to the academic success and welfare of student-athletes
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references to Scott Queen at queens@moval.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

As a pre-condition of employment, the applicant must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment at MVC is contingent upon satisfactory completion of background check. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. May require occasional overnight travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Missouri Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Missouri Valley College does not discriminate on the grounds of color, race, sex, religion, marital status, disability, national origin, veteran’s status, age, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

About Missouri Valley College

Founded in 1889, Missouri Valley College is a private, four-year liberal arts college located in Marshall, Missouri. Known for its dynamic, richly diverse, and friendly educational environment, Missouri Valley College offers many opportunities to grow in mind, body, and spirit. Faculty are personally and professionally engaged in preparing thoughtful citizens for meaningful lives and careers. Grounded in the liberal arts, undergraduate and graduate studies empower students to master interdisciplinary skills needed to succeed in a knowledge-based global society. Stewardship of resources will sustain innovative teaching to stimulate critical thinking, creativity, aesthetic appreciation, and the joys of lifelong learning.