Cross Country Assistant Coach - Men and Women

## Description

• Assist the Head Coach in organizing, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices, training, and competition
• Represent the Cross-Country program to various institutional entities and externally to students, parents, and the general public
• Conduct recruitment of student-athletes in accordance with NJCAA rules through scouting and attending tournaments
• Recruit student-athletes who can meet MCC’s academic requirements
• Assist the Head Coach in monitoring and assisting student-athletes in academic progress
• Assist in the supervision of all student-athletes while away on intercollegiate athletic trips
• May perform administrative duties, including maintaining equipment, initiating correspondence, and coordinating travel, including transport, accommodation, and meals
• Attend all required staff meetings

## Qualifications
**Required Qualifications**

• Certification in CPR, first aid, and AED training within three months after hire
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Demonstrated commitment to NJCAA’s principles of sportsmanship and ethical conduct
• Must secure a New York State driver's license within three months after hire to drive a College vehicle

**Preferred Qualifications**

• Significant coaching experience in intercollegiate athletics or a related field