General Statement of Duties

This vacancy is open until filled. To develop principles of fair play, a sense of confidence, and self-discipline through the development and extension of various cross country skills as provided by interscholastic competition.

Essential Duties

• Organizes the overall cross country program
• Prepares players both physically and mentally for interscholastic competition through practice, teaching of fundamental skills, and knowledge of rules
• Checks eligibility forms and submits to the Student Activities Director
• Sees that all physical and academic requirements are met by each player and submits such information to the Student Activities Director in order to establish VHSL eligibility list
• Supervises the cleaning, storage, and proper care of all equipment
• Requisitions, through the Student Activities Director, supplies, uniforms, and all necessary equipment
• Fosters good school-community relations by keeping the community aware of and responsive to the athletic program
• Conducts pre-season meetings with parents
• Prepares daily practice schedule and conducts practice sessions
• Attends all VHSL clinics
• Follows county financial policies concerning the collection and receipting of funds

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates with prior experience coaching track at the high school and college levels are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a public school cross country program.
• Proven ability to coordinate high-level practice sessions for multiple track athletes simultaneously.
• Ability to recruit, retain, and coordinate the efforts of an assistant coaching staff.
• Proven ability to provide exceptional leadership and coaching for student-athletes during regional and state competitions.
• Prior experience in preparing athletes for interscholastic competitions.
• Prior experience in managing team fundraising efforts.