Assistant Cross Country Coach

Reporting to the Head Cross-Country Coach, the Assistant Cross-Country Coach provides leadership for the development and supervision of MBI’s Men’s and Women’s Cross-Country Program while adhering to MBI’s and NCCAA policies and guidelines. A servant-leader with the desire and plan to develop and equip the cross-country program and its student athletes. Will work closely with the Head Cross Country Coach to accomplish the vision and mission of MBI Athletics.

Essential Functions:

• Represent Jesus Christ, MBI, and Moody Athletics when working and relating to others and foster a team atmosphere of community and encouragement.
• Assist the XC head coach in developing a program roster that reflects a Christ-centered mindset and identity through team devotionals and community outreach.
• Work with the head coach to create a plan that helps the student athlete improve in their sport but also assists them spiritually, academically, relationally, and emotionally.
• Help the head coach in running and organizing team practices and training in-season and off-season.
• Consistently seek to progress in the knowledge of your sport along with training concepts that can help keep the student athlete healthy and hopefully injury free.
• Keep open communication with student athletes throughout the year.
• Assist the head coach in recruitment of potential student athletes that are believers in Christ and interested in a MBI degree program.

Requirements:

• Endurance running experience in coaching or training.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A valid driver’s license and responsible driving record.
• Able and qualified to drive a 14-passenger bus.
• Knowledge of basic Microsoft, Google, and Social Media platforms.
• Certified or becomes certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.
• Able to work in the US legally, without sponsorship.
• Physical ability to participate in XC practice and physical training.