Associate Head Coach, Cross Country/Track & Field Position Available In Lehigh, Pennsylvania

Associate Head Coach, Cross Country/Track & Field
Muhlenberg College
in Allentown, PA

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Full-Time

Posted:

06/13/2025

Category:

Athletics –

Coaching The Position:

Associate Head Coach, Cross Country/Track & Field

Job Summary:

Muhlenberg College, a Division III institution and a member of the Centennial Conference is seeking applications for a full-time Associate Head Coach for Cross Country and Track & Field. Responsibilities include assisting the head coach in all phases of the program within the college, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities:

Coaching Coach, motivate, counsel, and support student-athletes in realizing their potential for personal growth and development as students, athletes, and members of the Muhlenberg campus community. Attend practices, training sessions, team meetings, and contests (home and away). Plan and evaluate program results. Assist in achieving team success within and beyond the conference. General Athletic/Team Operations In collaboration with the Head Coach, develop an annual professional development plan that will ensure awareness of trends, best practices, new information, etc. related to athletics, recreation, student development, leadership and diversity and inclusion practices and skills. Assist in hiring, mentoring and supervising part-time assistant coaches. Assist in team promotion through social media. Actively participate in fundraising activities in support of the College and Muhlenberg Athletics. Establish and meet annual recruitment goals, working with the head coach and Assistant Director of Athletics for Recruitment and Retention to ensure long term recruiting goals are being achieved. Maintain recruiting software, monitor the various recruiting services, and analyze national recruiting trends and research/review each area to support recruiting goals. Perform other duties as assigned. Student-Athlete & Community Relations Under the general direction of the head coach, provide leadership and support to all facets of the program in advancing the mission of the College and Athletics department. Promote strong parent, alumni, and community relations. Lead and participate in Divisional and College-wide committees and initiatives.

Schedule & Benefits:

At Muhlenberg, we value your work-life balance, and are pleased to offer this full-time, year-round opportunity. Muhlenberg offers a highly competitive benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (including three days off for Thanksgiving and an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), vacation (22 days per year), sick leave, eight weeks paid parental leave, Life Sports Center membership, tuition opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate level, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, work/life balance policies, and retirement. Waiting periods may apply. In addition, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution, Muhlenberg is a qualifying employer under the federal government’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

The College & Surrounding Area:

Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included. The College provides an intensely challenging, supportive environment centered around a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for lives of leadership and meaning in a dynamic, global society. The academic program is amplified by a range of innovative programming: comprehensive and intentional residence-life programming, expansive experiential learning requirements, and an innovative coaching program designed to maximize every student’s performance and potential. Part of eastern Pennsylvania’s scenic Lehigh Valley, Allentown is a diverse city of 125,000, Pennsylvania’s third-largest, located just 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. The Lehigh Valley, which also includes neighboring cities Bethlehem and Easton, is one of the fastest growing regions in the state and the Northeast, leading Pennsylvania in population growth for people aged 18-34. Home to a vibrant arts scene, extensive parks and recreational opportunities, a rich blend of diverse cuisine, and so much more, visit Life in the Lehigh Valley | Muhlenberg College and check out Allentown here. While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics:

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required. Related professional experience or a combination of professional and athletic experience leading to a similar qualification. Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the Division III philosophy of athletics and adherence to NCAA regulations regarding operation of athletic programs. Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and engage with a varied audience, including but not limited to students, parents, College employees, alumni, and community relations. Ability to travel and adapt to varying schedules, including evening and weekend hours, in accordance with the needs of the team. Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic and professional environment where all members of our campus community are respected, valued, can succeed, and thrive. Successful completion of satisfactory background checks required. To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document.

A complete application package includes:

1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) a separate statement speaking to how your professional experience will contribute to a more inclusive community at Muhlenberg; and 4) names/contact information for three professional references. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to valuing and enhancing diversity and encourages applications from individuals who can contribute to the diversity of our community. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate against any person based on age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetics, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, in its education programs and activities, including admissions and employment. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate on the basis of sex as required by Title IX. An equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. For additional information about Muhlenberg’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, applicants can find the latest updates to the College’s Diversity Strategic Plan at this link: http://www.muhlenberg.edu/main/aboutus/president/initiatives/diversityatmuhlenberg/
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