Independence Community College

Position Announcement

Head Cross Country Coach, Men and Women

Independence Community College is seeking applications for the position of Head Cross Country Coach, Men and Women. Independence Community College, a small, rural, residential community college in southeast Kansas, serving approximately 1,000 full time and part time students.

Position Details

Type: Full time

Salary: $43,000 to $50,000 per year

Reports to: Athletic Director

Start date: Preferred prior to May 1, 2027, but negotiable

Position Summary

The Head Cross Country Coach is responsible for the entire management and administration of the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Programs within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Independence Community College, the Kansas Jayhawk Conference and the National Junior College Athletic Association. This position also coaches middle and long distance athletes for the Track and Field program during the winter and spring seasons.

This position reports to the Athletic Director and is responsible for organizing and directing all aspects of the cross country programs and the distance events in track and field, including developing and executing strategies for the recruitment of athletes, with an emphasis on Kansas students; developing regionally and nationally competitive teams; organizing practice sessions to enhance the team’s performance; and supervising all staff involved in the programs.

If the selected candidate is able to start prior to May 1, 2027, they will also work in general ICC recruitment and in a general athletic department support role, to be determined, while preparing for the Fall 2027 season.

Core Responsibilities

Directs and manages the men’s and women’s cross country programs, including practice planning, training, race strategy, and competition during the fall season.
Coaches middle and long distance athletes for the Track and Field program during the winter and spring seasons.
Scouts and recruits quality student athletes, with an emphasis on Kansas students, in support of the College’s enrollment goals.
Develops regionally and nationally competitive teams through sound training, conditioning, and injury prevention.
Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NJCAA, KJCCC, ICC and departmental rules and regulations.
Proposes annual budget requirements to the Athletic Director and is accountable for expense control, compliance and administration of the programs’ budgets.
Conducts, coordinates, prioritizes and/or delegates administrative responsibilities; team travel, meet schedules and entries, equipment inventory, and ordering of supplies and uniforms.
Develops working relationships with faculty and college staff to assist in the recruiting and retention process of student athletes.
Demonstrates an active interest in the academic progress of student athletes in order to prevent academic eligibility problems. This includes supervision of periodic eligibility checks of athletes during competition, enrollment procedures, degree checks and class attendance.
Submits to faculty at least one week in advance a list of traveling squad members for any athletic contest which will cause student athletes to miss class.
Coordinates scholarship paperwork and oversees the completion of financial aid paperwork, admission criteria and eligibility certification. Submits names of all athletes participating in the programs to the Registrar for eligibility certification.
Works with the athletic training staff to support student athlete health, injury prevention, and return to competition.
Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations regarding student conduct, appearance, behavior and class attendance.
Serves as a mentor to students while aiding them to move forward in the development of their academic and professional careers.
Safely transports student athletes to practices and competitions using College vehicles, in accordance with College fleet rules.
Supervises student players, work study students, volunteers, and any assistant coaches assigned to the programs.
Actively promotes public relations with the media, civic groups and booster clubs to maximize exposure for the teams. All attempts to increase present revenue sources and develop new sources should be coordinated through and approved by the Athletic Director’s office.
Actively participates in community activities.
Supports the College’s drug and alcohol prevention efforts.
Demonstrates a cooperative attitude toward all other sports within the intercollegiate athletic program.
May be asked to teach a 3 credit hours per year in an academic area assigned by the Vice President of Academic Affairs or the Athletic Director.
Meets attendance expectations as required for this position, which includes a willingness to work unusual hours including evenings and weekends.
Serves on college committees as appointed.
Attends and participates in commencement exercises in academic regalia.
Attends College functions and activities as requested.
Performs any other related duties as required by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, minimum; Master’s degree, preferred.
Coaching experience in cross country and middle or long distance track and field at the high school, club, or collegiate level; community college or collegiate coaching experience, preferred.
A thorough knowledge of training and conditioning for distance athletes.
Knowledge of NJCAA and KJCCC regulations and guidelines, preferred.
Proven record of successful recruitment or ability to demonstrate.
Ability to work effectively with various public and diverse populations.
Administrative ability to manage details of budget, scheduling, recruiting and supervision of student progress in academic endeavors.
Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the College’s fleet rules; CPR and first aid certification, or willingness to obtain it before the start date.

Application Procedures

Position is open until filled.
To apply, submit a completed Independence Community College application, cover letter, resume, references and transcripts, (unofficial copies are acceptable for consideration)
The ICC Application form can be downloaded from the Employment Opportunities page at www.indycc.edu

Independence Community College seeks to recruit and retain talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. ICC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. The College does not discriminate on the basis of personal status or group characteristic including, but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status.

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Head Cross Country Coach for Men and Women