Coach Cross Country High School Posting

Los Alamos High School; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 15,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Alamos High School in Los Alamos, NM is seeking a Coach for Cross Country. The role supports the cross country program's vision and methodologies, guiding athletes in fundamentals, strategy, and training to foster both individual and team success while upholding values and discipline.

The coach will plan and execute practices, coordinate schedules, supervise athletes, manage equipment and safety, and collaborate with the Athletic Director, staff, parents, and community media to promote the

Qualifications

• Successful experience as either a head or assistant coach, or experience as a player/coach at college level.
• Coaching courses to be completed after hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, preparations, and coaching activities of the cross country program from middle school to high school.
• Plan and conduct regular practice and competition schedules in line with school, NMAA, and District rules.
• Assist Athletic Director with distribution/collection of required forms and information.
• Attend meetings related to cross country as scheduled by NMAA or District 2-4A.
• Recommend equipment purchases and maintain inventory for cross country.
• Oversee safety and conditions of facilities assigned to cross country programs.
• Supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices/competitions.
• Establish rapport with athletes, staff, parents, community groups, and news media.
• Assist with transportation requests and promotional/recruitment activities.

Skills

Coaching experience

Program planning

Leadership

Job description

Coach Cross Country High School Posting

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Job Details

Job ID: 5964277
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 19, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

SUMMARY:

To support the vision, philosophy, and methodologies of the high school cross country program and varsity head coach. Instructs athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize a degree of individual and team success while receiving instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, and self-confidence .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct the planning, preparations, and coaching activities of the cross country program from the middle school level to the high school.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct a regular program of practice and competition in accordance with rules of the school, the NMAA, and District 2-4A.
• Assist the Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer in the distribution and collection of appropriate information ( i.e. physical forms, and all other forms that are required by the NMAA, District 2-4A and the high school).
• Attend the appropriate meetings pertaining to cross country as scheduled by the NMAA or District 2-4A.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as needed.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment pertaining to the sport.
• Oversee the safety and conditions of the facility or area assigned to the cross country programs.
• Assume the responsibility for the supervision, safety, and welfare of students participating in the cross country program before, during, and after scheduled practices and competitive contests.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with athletes, staff, parents, community groups, and news media.
• Submit requests for transportation forms to the Athletic Director.
• Assist the Athletic Director in planning and organizing promotion, participant recruitment, and recognition programs pertaining to the sport.
• To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality.
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful experience as either a head or assistant coach, or successful experience as a player or coach at the college level.

REQUIRED COACHING COURSES: To be completed after you are hired.

• NFHS Fundamental of Coaching Course
• NFHS First Aid, Health and Safety for Coaches Course
• Heat Illness
• Bullying/Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors
• Protecting Students from Abuse
• CPR and AED Course
• Concussion in Sports
• Cheer and Dance Safety Certification (Cheer Coaches only)
• NMPED 501 Initial Support Provider Coach

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in coaching any sport, but cross country prefered, at the high school level is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to work in a variety of environments. Must be able to withstand varying levels of temperature and noise levels. The employee must lift or move 25lbs and may be required to stand for prolonged periods of time.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Pay: Coaching Schedule

Schedule: TBD

Position Type: Coach Contract

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Specialist
• 2075 Trinity Drive
• Los Alamos, New Mexico 87544-3091
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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