Assistant Cross & Track Coach Fall

Overview

Assistant Cross Country & Track Coach. Covenant College is a community committed to the Bible as the inerrant Word of God, grounded in Reformed theology and worldview. Covenant College is a 400-acre campus on Lookout Mountain, GA, near Chattanooga, with access to outdoor and cultural amenities.

We are currently seeking a Temporary Assistant Cross Country & Track Coach who will report to the Head Cross Country & Track Coach and the Director of Athletics. The role involves helping to manage and develop the intercollegiate Cross Country and Track program at Covenant College.

• Assist with the management and development of the intercollegiate track and cross country program.
• Discipleship: mentor and disciple athletes, facilitate spiritual growth, model the value of Christian competition, monitor academic performance, and partner with Student Development for discipleship, development, and retention.
• Recruiting: recruit and retain quality student‑athletes who align with Covenant College’s mission; identify athletes capable of academic and athletic success; work with the head coach to fill a roster of 40 student‑athletes.
• Excellence: field a highly competitive team within the conference; provide on‑field coaching and training, with preference for Sprint/Jump/Throw specialization; conduct opponent scouting; manage social media for Covenant Track & XC.
• Service: contribute to the development of the athletic department and create service and mission opportunities for student athletes to engage with the community.
• Administrative effectiveness: steward program resources; perform duties with professionalism; may be assigned administrative roles within the Athletic Department (e.g., game day management, intramurals, sports information, sport ministry, or student employee oversight).

• Ability to disciple effectively
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Collaborative mindset and professional judgment
• Recruiting savvy and strategic thinking

• Acceptance of and commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience coaching track and/or cross country
• Commitment to Covenant College policies, rules, regulations of Collegiate Conference of the South, and NCAA Division III
• Ability to work cooperatively with administrators, coaches, students, and faculty
• Good written and oral communication skills

• Master’s degree
• Experience coaching track and/or cross country at the collegiate level
• Experience coaching multi‑track events

• Commitment to Jesus Christ; understanding of Scripture, Westminster Standards, PCA doctrinal standards, and Covenant College mission
• Understanding of Covenant College’s mission and the ability to assent to Covenant’s Statement of Community Beliefs and Staff Commitments

• Primarily outdoor work in varying weather; some time in the office and training facilities
• Evening/weekend hours and travel for competitions and recruiting; moderate physical activity

Job Title:

Assistant Cross Country & Track Coach

Department/Unit:
Student Development / Athletics

Job Status:
Full-time, 10-month position, FLSA exempt

Reports to:

Head Cross Country & Track Coach

Job Class:
Coaching/teaching

Job Type: Full-time

Benefit Eligible:
Yes

Interested applicants should apply lified candidates will have the opportunity to attach supporting documents to the application. Documents required include:

• Letter of interest
• Résumé with contact information for three references
• A statement of faith

02/10/2026