CROSS COUNTRY HEAD COACH

SUMMARY

York County Community College (YCCC), a dynamic institution with a proud 30-year history of transforming lives and communities throughout York County, Maine, is seeking an enthusiastic and strategic individual to join our team as the Head Cross Country Coach. This position is essential for leading our cross country program, recruiting skilled student-athletes, and fostering a supportive and competitive environment.

At YCCC, our mission is to develop an educated, skilled, and adaptable workforce that drives socioeconomic mobility for our students and creates economic and civic prosperity for our communities. We are committed to excellence in all fields, including athletics. The new Head Cross Country Coach will play a crucial role in overseeing the program, integrating athletic training with academic achievement, and maintaining high standards of discipline and integrity.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced coach with a strong understanding of cross country strategies, training techniques, and athlete development. They will be responsible for planning training sessions, coordinating travel to meets, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols, and adhering to departmental and YCCC policies. Furthermore, the coach will actively monitor the academic progress of student-athletes, support their academic success by overseeing mandatory study hall hours during the season, and facilitate referrals to other student support resources. The successful candidate will ensure that our student-athletes excel both on the course and in the classroom, embodying the colleges commitment to both athletic and academic excellence.

Bargaining Unit/Salary Level: This position is a contract position that will pay $4,000 for the 2025-26 academic year.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Report to: Coordinator of Athletics

Supervise: Student-athletes, volunteers, and assistant coaches

Coordinate with: Coordinator of Athletics and other sports coaches, Director of Student Engagement, Director of Registration and Records, Admissions, Financial Aid, and other staff members as appropriate

Primary Duties:

• Coach cross country; supervise practices and meets.

• Actively recruit student-athletes.

• Actively monitor the academic progress of student-athletes; support their academic success by monitoring mandatory study hall hours during the season and facilitating referrals to other student support resources.

• Coordinate travel and transportation for meets.

• Submit the names of team members to the Director of Athletics for eligibility review.

• Report statistics and meet results to the Director of Athletics.

• Assist the Athletic Department in collecting complete and accurate documentation required of student-athletes, e.g., liability waivers, proof of insurance, etc.

• Educate players regarding YCCC travel policies.

• Coordinate publicity with the Athletics office and report results to the media/YCCC Director of Communications immediately following a meet.

• Assist in fundraising efforts within the Athletic Department.

• Manage, record, and appropriately communicate to the Coordinator of Athletics notice of all injuries.

• Coordinate and assist with travel and contest arrangements.

• Coordinate with the Coordinator of Athletics regarding awards, budget, schedule, and recruitment.

• Maintain flexibility in work schedule that may include days, evenings, and weekends.

• Other administrative tasks as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to recruit student-athletes.

• Ability to organize and supervise students.

• Ability to teach skills related to cross country running as well as make it a positive educational experience.

• Demonstrated cross country participation and/or coaching experience.

• Valid drivers license.

• Ability to be approved to operate a YCCC vehicle and transport others.

If you are a passionate and strategic coach with a strong commitment to fostering student success both academically and competitively, and a deep appreciation for the transformative power of education and sports, we invite you to join our team at York County Community College as the Head Cross Country Coach. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our institution, support our mission, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our student-athletes and the communities we serve.

York County Community College (YCCC) is proud to be a Recovery Friendly Workplace, a Second Chance Employer, and a Veterans Friendly Workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment that values the unique experiences and contributions of individuals from all walks of life. At YCCC, we believe in empowering all members of our community to thrive and succeed in both their professional and personal journeys.

York County Community College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact 207-216-4444.