Assistant Cross Country and Half Marathon Coach

Title: Assistant Cross Country and Half Marathon Coach

Job Summary

Jackson State Community College is seeking qualified candidates for the Assistant Cross Country and Half Marathon Coach Position. This position will assist the Head Coach with the organizing planning and coaching of the JSCC Cross Country and Half Marathon Team.

Job Duties

• Instruct & teach the fundamentals of cross country and half marathon technique and strategy
• Assist with the recruitment of student-athletes
• Travel planning and coordination
• Transportation of student-athletes as necessary
• Equipment maintenance
• Facilities maintenance
• Coaching
• Possessing the technical knowledge and teaching skills to prepare cross country and half marathon student-athletes for competitions
• Recruit prospective student-athletes to participate in cross country and half marathons.
• Ensure compliance with both national and collegiate policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree from an accredited college or university
Prior coaching experience
A commitment to knowing and complying with NJCAA TCCAA and institutional rules.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to work with a diverse population
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Knowledge of intercollegiate sports operations
Ability to travel extensively during the recruiting process
Ability to work in a highly dynamic and diverse university setting

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Pay Rate:$21.53/hour (Up to 29 hours/week)

Position Close Date:Open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position you must submit an application. Prior applications will not be used to fill this vacancy.

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire.