Senior Cross Country & Track Coach - Lead, Recruit, Develop

South Carolina State University; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina State University seeks an Associate Head Coach for Cross Country/Track & Field to support the vision of the head coach and develop student-athletes. The role emphasizes recruiting, coaching performance, travel coordination, and mentorship in a competitive collegiate program.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and USATF Level I certification, with NCAA rules compliance and willingness to work outdoors.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• USATF Level I certification
• At least three years of coaching experience at the collegiate level specifically in cross-country and distance events.
• Employee must gain possession of a valid driver's license
• Current certification for NCAA recruiting and rules implementation
• Pass routine and random drug screening as mandated by the Department of Athletics.
• The employee must be physically able to demonstrate many of the skills required for the student-athlete to succeed in their respective sport.
• The employee also must be able to work outdoors during a variety of weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Direct support of the vision, goals, and strategies of the head coach.
• Serves as a teacher in practice and competition with respect to individual and team skill development for the cross country/track program in event areas as directed by the head coach.
• Is certified to recruit high-caliber student-athletes to attend and compete for the University.
• Supervises practice, skill sessions, study hall, and team travel under the supervision of the head coach.
• Serves as a mentor and positive influence on the student-athletes in the track program.
• Coordinates administrative responsibilities as delegated by the head track coach.
• Travels representing the university at various functions as directed by the head coach.
• Any other program-relevant duties as assigned by the head coach.
• Minimum Requirements:

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

NCAA rules compliance

Mentoring

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

USATF Level I

USTFCCCA certification

Job description

South Carolina State University seeks an Associate Head Coach for Cross Country/Track & Field to support the vision of the head coach and develop student-athletes. The role emphasizes recruiting, coaching performance, travel coordination, and mentorship in a competitive collegiate program.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and USATF Level I certification, with NCAA rules compliance and willingness to work outdoors.