Posting Details
Position Information Position Title: Assistant Men and Womens Track and Field Cross Country Coach
Job Description The Assistant MW Cross Country Track & Field Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with various aspects of program administration and work specifically with the Field Events throws jumps and vault. The assistant coach will be responsible for all facets of the development, training, and recruitment of Field Event athletes for both the men and women programs. A strong, well-rounded knowledge of all Field Events and previous coaching and recruiting experience at the collegiate level is preferred.
Duties • Assisting the head coach with directing, coordinating, planning, organizing, and coaching of Mississippi Valley State Universitys MVSU men and women cross country-track and field program • Providing leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes at MVSU • Primary duties in track & field will be throws, jumps, and vault coach • Recruitment of quality student-athletes academically and athletically • Meet day preparation, study, evaluate, and implement innovations in the sport of cross country-track and field • Strategy and use of equipment • Demonstrate professional integrity • Camps, clinics, and fundraising promotional and public relations activities • Speaking engagements and media interviews • Administration and coaching of summer camps • Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules compliance and compliance assistance software • NCAA SWAC Conference and University policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree Two years of successful coaching experience or a combination of experience Experience as a member of cross country-track and field summer camps Must have a high degree of ethical standards, including adherence to general rules of safety and procedures High professional standards, including professional development Ability to lift at least 50lbs and move track and field equipment
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: SF865P Open Date: 02/19/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include 2 Letters of Recommendation with your application Supplemental Questions
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Required Documents Resume Transcripts Letter of Recommendation Optional Documents Cover Letter