Head Coach, Cross Country/Asst. Coach, T&F, PE&W Instructor

About the role

The successful candidate will lead and administer all aspects of the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs, coaching and supervising student-athletes in cross country and distance events, and assisting with the Indoor and Outdoor Track & Field programs.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and supervising student-athletes in cross country and distance events
• Assisting with the Indoor and Outdoor Track & Field programs
• Recruiting prospective student-athletes
• Counseling, mentoring, and supporting student-athletes
• Cooking team training, competition preparation, and meet-day responsibilities
• Ensuring compliance with MIT, conference, and NCAA Division III rules and regulations
• Coordinating and reconciling team travel and logistics
• Oversight of team development activities such as leadership training and conflict resolution
• Supporting mentorship programs for team members and alumni
• Affording assistance with department-wide initiatives as assigned

Requirements

• 3–5 years of coaching experience, preferably at the college/university level
• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to physical education, exercise science, kinesiology, or a related area, or equivalent proven instructional experience
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and computer skills are essential
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations
• Appropriate certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, and Biohazards are required within 30 days of hire

Prior to Hire

• Experience recruiting academically qualified student-athletes to a highly selective institution
• A Master’s degree
• Experience coaching cross country and/or distance events