Job Description

Position Title: 

Head Cross Country and Track Coach

Job Type

Exempt – Full Time

Department

Director of Athletics

Salary

$40,000-$50,000

North Central University  Mission Statement

North Central University is a dynamic Christian learning community educating students for lives of service throughout society, the marketplace, and the church.  In keeping with its Pentecostal heritage and mission, NCU models and expects excellence in both academic practice and Christian faith.

Position Purpose

The Head Cross Country and Track Coach is responsible for leading all aspects of the cross country and track program in accordance with North Central University’s mission and values. This includes recruiting, developing, and retaining student-athletes who fit the university culture while fostering spiritual, academic and athletic growth. Additionally, this position supports the Director of Athletics and Administrative staff in fulfilling the mission and vision of NCU athletics and enhancing the overall experience and well-being of student-athletes.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Team Development and Performance

• Design and implement a comprehensive training program focused on fundamental and advanced skills, strength and conditioning, and tactical strategies.
• Develop practice plans and meet strategies to ensure competitive performance.
• Evaluate and analyze team and individual performance
• Promote a positive and disciplined team culture that aligns with North Central’s values and university standards.

Recruitment and Student-Athlete Development

• Identify, recruit and retain student-athletes who support NCU’s mission and athletic vision.
• Establish and maintain relationships with high school and club coaches to develop a strong recruiting pipeline.
• Support student-athletes in their academic success, ensuring retention, eligibility, and graduation.
• Serve as a mentor to student-athletes, promoting spiritual development, leadership, and personal growth.

Program Administration

• Manage the team budget, including travel, equipment, and fundraising efforts, as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Plan and coordinate travel logistics.
• Schedule in-season and off-season training in compliance with university and NCAA/UMAC/NCCAA guidelines.
• Oversee marketing, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory of team equipment and apparel.

Compliance and Institutional Expectations

• Ensure program adherence to NCAA, UMAC, and NCCAA rules and regulations, including recruiting and eligibility standards.
• Collaborate with university departments, including admissions, student development, and spiritual life, to support student-athlete success.
• Serve on departmental and university committees as assigned.

Other responsibilities may include

• Managing home events.
• Transportation care.
• Camps
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Minimum Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in assigned sport.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Ability to communicate the mission and vision of North Central University to prospective student-athletes.
• Knowledge and ability of the use of technological resources including a wide variety of computer programs and applications.
• Knowledge of compliance rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of institutional budgets and ability to manage fiscal responsibilities.
• Ability to successfully recruit and retain student-athletes aligned with NCU’s mission.
• Ability to work well with a variety of personalities and departments.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a background check upon hire and periodically during employment.

Preferred Experience/Skills

• Master’s degree.
• Collegiate coaching and/or collegiate playing experience.
• Experience in scouting, recruiting, and player development at the collegiate level.
• Strong fundraising and community engagement experience.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA compliance requirements.

Working Conditions and Frequency

Environmental Conditions

• Working environment involves work in an urban, Christ-centered university.
• Requires travel for games, recruiting and university-related activities.

Equipment and Tools

• Position involves the use of multiple technologies including computer and its software.
• Use of standard office equipment.
• May require training and certification as needed.

Summary Of Benefits

• Medical –Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement. (ICHRA). Employees receive a contribution from NCU towards an individual health insurance premium through SureCo.
• Dental – Employee funded. Health Partners
• HSA and FSA –  available through Optum Bank
• Life Insurance – company funded life with option to add Voluntary Life through New York Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability – University paid through New York Life
• 403b Retirement – TIAA or AG Financial. Up to 3% match of employee contributions.
• PTO – unlimited with black out periods dependent on departmental and academic calendars.

North Central University employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

The aforementioned statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position.  Job incumbents may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.

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