Head Coach - Cross

Job Title:

Staff - Head Coach - Cross Country

Location:

EGSC Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job Summary:

The Head Coach - Cross Country leads, manages and develops a competitive collegiate cross‑country program within the NAIA framework. This role will help build the program as Georgia Southern – East Georgia moves into the NAIA. This role is responsible for all aspects of the program including recruiting qualified student‑athletes, implementing safe and effective training programs, promoting academic success, and maintaining full compliance with institutional, conference, and NAIA regulations, budgeting and overall program administration.

The coach fosters a positive team culture while supporting the athletic, academic and personal development of student‑athletes and representing the institution with professionalism.

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Cross‑Country program
• Plan and implement daily training, race strategies, off‑season conditioning, and long‑term performance development
• Provide technical instruction, performance feedback, and evaluate team and individual progress
• Recruit, evaluate, and retain qualified student‑athletes aligned with institutional and NAIA values
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective student‑athletes, coaches, and admissions staff
• Monitor academic progress, eligibility, and collaborate with Academic Advising to support student‑athlete success
• Mentor student‑athletes in leadership, personal development, and Champions of Character principles
• Ensure compliance with NAIA, conference, and institutional rules, including eligibility and documentation requirements
• Maintain safe practice and competition environments and communicate relevant policies and procedures
• Manage program operations including budget, purchasing, equipment, inventory, and facilities
• Coordinate scheduling, travel, lodging, meals, insurance, and hosting of home meets; supervise assistant and student coaches
• Represent the institution through fundraising, marketing, campus engagement, committee service, and reporting to the Athletic Director

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred
• Previous coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level required
• Collegiate coaching experience preferred

$40,000.00 year

• Strong understanding of distance running training methodologies, race strategy, and athlete development
• Working knowledge of NAIA rules, compliance procedures, and best practices
• Ability to analyze performance data and use technology to support training

• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate student‑athletes
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship building skills

Individuals who need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at 478‑289‑2035. Deaf and Hard of Hearing callers may access our campus phone numbers by utilizing your state relay service (such as the Georgia Relay Service) or by utilizing Video Remote Services. East Georgia State College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, and tobacco‑free institution.

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