Cross Country Coach

Motlow state community college

is accepting applications for the following position

Cross Country Coach

Campus: Moore County

Position Type: Part-Time

Position number: BT9908

Salary: $7,000 Per Year

Motlow State is located in the beautiful rolling hills of middle Tennessee and has four campuses that serve students from eleven counties. Motlow positions are contingent upon funding availability and budget approval.

General Function

Manage Cross-Country program within confines set by Athletic Director, the NJCAA and the TCCAA rules. Assess student-athlete skills. Recruit student athletes motivated to graduate from Motlow State and be the best they can be both on and off the field. Ensure each student-athlete on the team is on a path to graduate, competes on the field at the highest level, and ensure that each student-athlete remains financially and academically eligible to participate in athletics.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree earned from a regionally accredited institution and at least 1 one year previous collegiate or professional level competitive coaching / playing experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Tennessee driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree earned from a regionally accredited institution and three years previous collegiate or professional level competitive coaching / playing experience. Knowledge of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA) rules. Must possess and maintain a valid Tennessee driver’s license.

Major

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage Cross-Country program within confines set by Athletic Director, the NJCAA and the TCCAA rules. Work within the confines of the existing program budget as determined by the athletic director. Compile, prepare and submit all reports or proper documents required for management of the program, student-athletes and student-athlete transfers within established timelines.
• Adhere to NJCAA and TCCAA rules. Report any activities or situations that may be violations of Motlow policies, and NJCAA or TCCAA rules to the Athletic Director immediately
• Organize and direct team activities, including practice, conditioning, study hall, and all game-day activities. Organize and conduct team activities that benefit surrounding communities. Motivate student-athletes to perform at their peak level on the court or field and in the classroom. Secure personnel and equipment to film games and keep accurate game statistics.
• Conduct in-season and offseason planning, including scheduling, equipment, student-athlete financial aid, student-athlete eligibility, road-trip accommodations, etc. in a timely manner as determined by the Athletic Director
• Assist the Sports Information Director with promotion of their program through media interviews, updated statistics, photo opportunities, etc. Conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on Motlow State on the court and field as well as in the community
• Cultivate relationships with high schools that support and enhance recruiting of high-caliber student-athletes.
• Recruit student-athletes, while complying with all NJCAA and TCCAA rules, who are motivated to become the best they can be on and off the court or field and who are motivated to graduate from Motlow State. Evaluate and compare athletic talent for potential growth and development of student-athletes. Maintain correspondence with a large number of prospects: e-mail, letters, and phone throughout the recruitment process.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Strong working knowledge of NJCAA and TCCAA Rules and understanding of all NJCAA and TCCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues..
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of confidentiality statutes and policies as they apply to FERPA, student-athletes and student programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with students, colleagues and other stakeholders to facilitate student and program success.

To ensure consideration, interested applicants must submit an application, transcripts and resume online with application submission.

Human Resources Office, Dept. 200

Motlow State Community College: Telephone (931) 393-1544, TDD (931 393-1621)

E-mail

jobs@mscc.edu [jobs@mscc.edu]

Website

www.mscc.edu [http://www.mscc.edu]

Motlow College is an EEO/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/Sections 504/ADA Employer

Motlow State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.