Assistant Coach, Cross Country & Distance Track

Springfield, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Assistant Coach Cross Country & Distance Track

The St. James Performance Academy

Location:Springfield VA

About The St. James Academy

The St. James Academy is the premier destination for student-athletes seeking to maximize their potential. We are dedicated to providing a world-class academic and athletic development experience fielding elite club teams that compete successfully against the best nationwide. Our model integrates professional coaching premier facilities and comprehensive support to prepare athletes for collegiate success and beyond. Learn more at Summary

The St. James Academy is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Assistant Coach for its Cross Country and Distance Track program. This is a foundational role within a rapidly growing program designed for a coach who is passionate about athlete development recruitment and competing at the highest levels. The successful candidate will be a key driver in building our roster designing individualized training and leading our teams to national-caliber competitions reporting directly to the Head Coach.

Key Responsibilities

Athlete Recruitment & Program Growth:Proactively identify evaluate and recruit talented middle school and high school athletes to build a deep competitive and sustainable roster for The St. James Academy.
Individualized Training Plan Development:Design write and implement multiple periodized training plans. A core responsibility is to tailor programming based on individual athlete talent development stage and performance goals.
National Competition Strategy & Travel:Take a lead role in planning and executing the teams competition schedule with the explicit goal of qualifying for and competing in national-caliber meets (e.g. Nike Cross Nationals New Balance Nationals). Coordinate and accompany the team for all travel including logistics transportation and on-site coaching.
On-The-Ground Coaching & Athlete Development:Directly coach athletes during daily practices providing technical tactical and mental instruction. Foster a culture of excellence discipline and continuous improvement.
Program Administration:Assist with administrative functions including communication with Academy families monitoring athlete academic progress and supporting the Head Coach with operational logistics.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience in cross country and/or distance track at the club high school or collegiate level.
Demonstrable experience in creating structured periodized training plans for distance runners.
Proven understanding of the landscape of national-level cross country and track & field competitions.
Exceptional communication organization and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including some evenings weekends and significant travel during the competition season.
A passion for mentoring student-athletes and a commitment to their holistic development.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a competitive collegiate or post-collegiate distance runner.
Proven success in recruiting and retaining high-level athletic talent.
Experience coordinating team travel for athletic competitions.
Current certifications in CPR AED First Aid and a recognized coaching certification (e.g. USATF USTFCCCA).

What We Offer

A full-time position with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health vision dental and 401(k).
The unique opportunity to build a premier national program within the world-class facilities of The St. James.
Access to cutting-edge sports performance recovery and wellness resources to support our athletes.
A dynamic and collaborative work environment within a growing Academy structure.
Significant opportunity for professional growth and career advancement.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly through The St. James Careers Portal at Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your coaching philosophy and how your experience aligns with the specific responsibilities of recruiting programming and competing nationally.

The St. James is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sexual orientation gender gender identity expression or orientation genetic information national origin age disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

No unsolicited agency referrals please.

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