Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and oversee all practices, meets, and team activities


• Develop training programs that promote endurance, strength, and injury prevention


• Instruct student-athletes in proper running techniques, race strategy, and sportsmanship


• Monitor academic progress and promote student-athlete accountability


• Ensure compliance with all MSHSAA rules and district policies


• Coordinate meet schedules, transportation, and communication with athletes and families


• Supervise assistant coaches and support staff


• Maintain inventory and care of equipment and uniforms


• Promote the program within the school and community


• Model and enforce appropriate behavior, discipline, and sportsmanship

Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience preferred (cross country or track & field)


• Knowledge of long-distance training principles and athlete development


• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills


• Ability to build relationships with student-athletes, families, and staff


• Must meet all district and MSHSAA coaching certification requirements