Job Details

Job Summary:

The Assistant Cross-Country Coach supports the Head Coach in leading and developing a competitive high school cross country program. This position focuses on building endurance, technique, and sportsmanship while fostering a positive and inclusive team culture. The role also helps prepare student-athletes for competition in accordance with school policies and the rules of the Michigan High School Athletic Association.

Essential Job Functions:

• Attend all scheduled practices, competitions, and coaching meetings
• Assist Head Coach in planning and conducting practices, including conditioning, distance training, and injury prevention
• Provide instruction on proper running techniques, pacing strategies, and race preparation
• Assist with tasks such as attendance, communication with parents/guardians, coordination with school staff, event setup, and coordination of transportation and meet-day logistics
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, and team events
• Help create a positive and inclusive team culture that emphasizes effort, respect, and growth
• Serve as a role model / mentor to student-athletes, encouraging academic achievement & personal growth
• Comply with all school district, league, and MHSAA polices, rules and regulations
• Support the Head Coach in evaluating athlete performance and development
• Ensure compliance with school policies and Michigan High School Athletic Association rules and regulations
• Assist with maintaining equipment and organizing team records
• Respond appropriately to injuries and ensure athlete safety at all times
• Model professionalism and integrity through consistent attendance and positive leadership at all times
• Other duties as assigned