University of Northwestern - St. Paul·Minnesota
The assistant coach will support the head coach in practice planning, game preparation, and scouting opponents. They are also responsible for recruiting prospective student-athletes and supporting their academic and athletic development.
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.
Assist Head Coach in preparation and conduct of practices and games; assist in recruiting as needed.
Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students in growing intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to mature in their faith.
Demonstrated prior experience in cross country, with the ability to effectively coach, instruct, and provide constructive feedback to student-athletes
Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community Nice to Have:
Bachelor’s degree
Previous collegiate participation and/or coaching experience
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.
All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
NORTHWESTERN'S BENEFITS OVERVIEW [https://www.unwsp.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Benefits-Overview-12.18.25.pdf]
Candidates must have prior experience in cross country and the ability to provide constructive feedback to student-athletes. A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and alignment with the university's mission and doctrinal statement are required.
Market context
In Minnesota, assistant cross country coaching roles tend to follow seasonal athletics hiring needs and are often competitive because schools look for candidates who can coach technique, communicate clearly with student-athletes, and fit the program’s culture. For this role, prior cross country experience and alignment with the university’s mission and doctrinal statement are required, along with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then prepare examples of how you give constructive feedback and support athlete development.
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