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Date Posted:

October 23, 2026

Job Title:

Head Cross-Country Coach/Assistant Track Coach (Men's & Women's)

GENERAL SUMMARY

: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, direction of all phases of the program, including coaching, directing home contests, media, travel arrangements as needed (lodging, meals); coordinating the recruitment and admission of prospective student-athletes and supporting recruitment events; scheduling and budgeting; managing equipment orders and distribution; committing to the academic progress and success of student-athletes; direct and coordinate program fundraising, camps, clinics and special events. Provide excellent customer service to our students, donors, sponsors, alumni and all of our internal and external constituents.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Recruiting, Retention and Continuing Eligibility Game and Practice Preparation Player Skill and Team Cohesion Development Supervision of Athletes and Assistant Coach (es) Fiscal Management Program-Specific and Department Fundraising Public Relations and Community Engagement Other duties as assigned

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

: Responsible for any support staff/assistant coaches

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

: Bachelor's degree, college coaching, and recruiting experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift 50lbs, stand on your feet for periods of three to five hours at a time for practices and games.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Collegiate Athletic Recruiting Experience; Public Speaking abilities; Personnel Management Skills & Experiences; Microsoft Word.

OTHER INFORMATION AND ATTRIBUTES

Due to recruiting and overnight travel, applicants must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record; must be able to obtain a State of Missouri vehicle operator's license within 30 days of employment and must qualify to operate a vehicle within the CMU guidelines (including obtaining a CDL). Ability to gain and maintain CMU driving approval is required. Must be able to travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests, recruiting activities and athletic fundraising events. CMU employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of Central Methodist University. Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Click below to apply and contact our Human Resource's department if you have further questions or concerns HR@centralmethodist.edu or 660-248-6899. Apply Today The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. CMU management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.