Head Cross Country Coach

The Head Cross Country Coach is responsible for administering all aspects of a competitive Division III program, adhering to the guidelines and expectations that are set forth from Pacific Lutheran University, the Northwest Conference and the NCAA. In addition to the day-to-day coaching, the Head Coach is responsible for the organization of scheduling, budget, travel coordination, game day staff management, equipment management, recruitment and retention of student- athletes, camp operations, and fundraising.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Plan season competition schedule and coordinate travel.
• Lead practices with assistance from assistant coaching staff, instruct skill development and techniques.
• Support academic success through team meetings and individual check ins with student-athletes.
• Develop practice plans.
• Oversee and assist in holistic personal development of student-athletes.
• Recruit, retain, and graduate successful student-athletes.
• Coordinate fundraising efforts.
• Monitor and manage the budget and program resources.
• Secondary role as the distance coach for the track team.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism on and off the field toward student athletes, other coaches, parents, administrators, and members of the community.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3 years assistant coaching experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification required and may be obtained on the job.
• Valid driver’s license (Must have had a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years).
• Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background checks, including a driving abstract check, and pass PLU’s internal Driver’s Certification Training.