Head Cross Country/Assistant Track & Field Coach (Full-Time)

Bethel University•Mishawaka, IN

About The Position

Bethel University invites applications for a full-time Head Baseball Cross Country/Assistant Track & Field who is committed to advancing the University's Christ-centered mission through excellence in intercollegiate athletics. The Head Cross Country/Assistant Track & Field Coach provides visionary leadership for a competitive cross country program while intentionally discipling and mentoring student-athletes to grow spiritually, academically, athletically, and personally. This coach will also serve as a member of the track & field coaching staff as the distance coach. Reporting to the Director of Athletics , the Head Cross Country/Assistant Track & Field Coach is responsible for all aspects of the cross country program, which competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA). Track & Field duties will involve leading the distance group while offering support to the Head Track & Field Coach. The successful candidate will embrace Bethel's commitment to biblical truth, community, and leadership development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree ( Master's degree preferred).
Collegiate coaching experience with evidence of leadership, discipleship, recruiting, player development, and program organization.
Strong understanding of recruiting practices and c ross country/track & field operations.
Clear personal commitment to Jesus Christ and agreement with Bethel University's doctrinal statement.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Spiritual Formation Lead the cross country/track & field program s in a manner that reflects Bethel University's Christ-centered values, emphasizing servant leadership, integrity, humility, and accountability.
Model an authentic Christian faith and integrate discipleship, prayer, and mentorship into the daily life of the program.
Establish and sustain a positive, growth-oriented team culture that supports both competitive excellence and spiritual development.
Recruit, supervise, and mentor assistant coaches in alignment with the mission and expectations of Bethel University.
Coaching & Competitive Excellence Plan and conduct effective practices, training sessions, and race preparation to maximize individual and team development.
Provide leadership in race strategy, athlete evaluation, and skill development consistent with collegiate best practices.
Foster a program that competes with excellence, sportsmanship, and respect for opponents and officials.
Recruiting & Enrollment Partnership Recruit and retain student-athletes who are academically capable, spiritually aligned, and committed to Bethel University's mission.
Collaborate closely with the Office of Admissions to support institutional enrollment goals.
Maintain compliance with all NAIA, NCCAA, conference, and university recruiting and eligibility standards.
Student-Athlete Development & Success Support the holistic development of student-athletes, emphasizing academic achievement, personal responsibility, leadership, and service.
Monitor academic progress and collaborate with campus partners to promote retention and graduation.
Prepare student-athletes for lives of purpose and service beyond their collegiate experience.
Administration, Compliance & Operations Oversee program operations including scheduling, travel, budgeting, equipment, and facility coordination.
Ensure full compliance with NAIA, NCCAA, conference, and Bethel University policies and procedures.
Complete all required administrative tasks, reports, and evaluations in a timely and professional manner.
Campus & Community Engagement Serve as a positive ambassador for Bethel University within the campus community, local community, alumni network, and broader baseball community.
Participate in campus life, including chapel services, spiritual formation opportunities, and university events.
Support the mission of the Athletic Department and contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven culture with an emphasis on being Christ-centered, relationally driven and competitively excellent.