Assistant Track and Field Coach - Distance/Cross Country

Posted Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Virginia Military Institute, an NCAA Division I and Southern Conference member, is seeking candidates for an Assistant Track and Field Coach - Distance/Cross Country. The selected candidate will report to the Director of Track and Field/Cross Country.

The successful candidate will:

• Assist in organizing and directing all phases of the Cross Country and Track and Field Program. 
• Recruit and evaluate potential student-athletes.
• Coordinate team travel arrangements.
• Design and implement training programs focused on athlete development, injury prevention, and performance enhancement 
• Oversee meet management for home competitions
• Collaborate with coaching staff, athletic department, and VMI administration to support student-athlete academic progress and personal development
• Perform administrative duties and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Ensure compliance with VMI, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree as well as coaching experience.  
• Must posses a valid drivers license 
• Demonstrated success in training, mentoring, and developing student-athletes
• Proven track record in recruiting and retaining quality student-athletes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach to working with staff and administrators

Additional Considerations:

USATF Level II Endurance Certification or USTFCCCA Endurance Specialist Certification
6 years experience in coaching and recruiting at the college or university level desired. 
Master’s degree preferred

Additional Considerations:
• Work well within a team environment and meet deadlines while balancing multiple tasks.
• Embody the VMI Athletics Core Values:
PACERS: Positive. Accountable. Compete. Empower. Resourceful. Service.

Candidates can apply at: Assistant Track and Field Coach - Distance/Cross Country-Job Application

VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, religion, national origin, 
political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. US Armed Services, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are 
encouraged to appl

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322