The Assistant Men's and Women's Cross Country and Distance Coach will assist in coordinating all aspects of the George Fox University Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Long Distance programs. This includes responsibilities related to coaching, recruiting, organizing, and executing practice and competition strategies, scheduling, staffing, budgeting, team management, and overall program administration.

In addition to coaching duties, this role will also support the athletic department by assisting with game management responsibilities across various sports as needed.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Planning and Leading Training Sessions (30%) Scheduling, organizing, and conducting effective practice and training sessions for cross country and distance track student-athletes.

Competition Planning and Coaching (20%) Coordinating competition schedules, managing travel logistics including transportation, hotel accommodations, and meals, and providing coaching and support during meets.

Recruitment (30%) Assisting in identifying and recruiting student-athletes who are both athletically talented and academically qualified, in alignment with the university's mission and standards.

Program Administration (5%) Managing day-to-day administrative tasks, including NCAA eligibility compliance, communication with sports marketing and public relations, attending departmental meetings, and completing required paperwork. Ensuring adherence to NCAA, NWC, and George Fox University regulations.

Budget and Fundraising Support (5%) Assisting with budget planning and oversight, as well as supporting fundraising efforts to enhance program resources.

Game Management Support (10%) Assisting the athletic department with game management responsibilities across various sports as needed.

Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.

By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.

Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.

Other duties as assigned.

Job information:

Hours Per Week: 40 hours (1.0 FTE) This position requires irregular office hours including after-hours and weekend work to attend competitions, practices, etc.

Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus Local and national travel is required.

Working Conditions: Physical requirements could include lifting more than 25 pounds and performing any activities such as balancing, bending/stooping, climbing stairs, crawling, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, repetitive motion or reaching above shoulder level.

Supervisor: Associate Head Coach of Cross Country and Distance

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.

Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.

Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.

Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.

A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.

Free Fitness Center membership.

Free parking.

Rich employee benefit package.

Application Procedures - please apply through internal website link provided.

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:

Letter of Interest Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

A Bachelor's Degree

Demonstrated Cross Country and Distance Coaching experience.

The ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including on the telephone, and to understand and follow instructions.

Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.

A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.

A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.

A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.