Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Coach

EXPIRED

Athletics Department

Position Available:

Year Round

Hourly Rate or Pay Range:

Athletics Department

Position Available:

Year Round

Hourly Rate or Pay Range:

Commensurate with experience

Application Deadline:

Position open until filled.

The head cross country coach has the responsibility for the overall operation of the intercollegiate cross country program in accordance with Northland College, Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC), and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations. The head coach must have a commitment to the philosophy of providing a competitive NCAA Division III cross country program that emphasizes the educational welfare of its student athletes. The position has additional duties in the Athletics Department.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Organize, in conjunction with the executive director of intercollegiate athletics, all aspects of the cross country program, including facility, competitions, practice schedules, and team operations
• Serve as recruiter for the cross country program, identifying and evaluating students who are a fit for the institution and organizing their recruitment in conjunction with the Office of Admissions
• Act as an ambassador of the College, conducting oneself in a positive manner and heightening awareness of the institution to all of its constituents
• Follow all institutional, UMAC, and NCAA regulations regarding cross country in particular and athletics in general
• Project and promote an inclusive education with the highest standards where student athletes are empowered to lead lives of personal significance and professional success
• Operate within the mission of the College and the Athletics Department to ensure a full NCAA DIII student-athlete experience
• Build successful relationships with alumni
• Communicate professionally and proactively within the College community and beyond
• Schedule contests and work with conference office on scheduling game officials
• Take the NCAA test on regulations and rules
• Recruit to expected roster size
• Promote and perform fundraising activities, including public speaking and participating in Athletics Department friend and fundraising events
• Manage budget in collaboration with athletics administration
• Annually declare and receive approval from the executive director of intercollegiate athletics and College president for all outside income
• Other duties as assigned by the executive director of intercollegiate athletics and the Office of the President

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

Department Details

Athletics Department Website

How to Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position open until filled. Apply Online

Contact: Office of Human Resources humanresources@northland.edu