Located in Staunton, VA, Mary Baldwin University recently grew from college to university status reflecting its growing range of bachelor’s, master level, and doctoral programs. MBU is a very diverse entrepreneurial institution with a record of innovation aspiring to meet the evolving higher education needs of society.

The successful candidate will oversee all facets of MBU’s NCAA Division III men’s and women’s cross country and track & field programs, including:

•Utilizing well-developed professional and interpersonal communication skills, work closely with many campus constituencies, including the athletic department staff.

•Recruit highly motivated student-athletes in coordination with the Admissions Office staff to compete in the program. Recruiting is a critical duty for all MBU head coaches.

•Full commitment to all disciplines of fielding competitive cross country and track & field teams.

•Develop and implement practice and competition schedules that challenge the student-athletes.

•Contribute to a diversified and inclusive campus that features equity through Title IX compliance.

•Monitor and promote academic and athletic success and excellence.

•Endorse and support in all aspects of the program the rules and policies of MBU, NCAA Division III and USA South Athletic Conference.

•Develop budget, schedules and travel plans, etc., within the University mission standards that provide for a quality student-athlete experience to enhance student retention for the institution.

•Encourage student-athletes to fully develop as well-rounded members of the campus community that will grow into leadership roles upon graduation.

•Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Competitive experience and/or coaching experience in cross country and/or track & field.  Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively within the athletic department and throughout the University community.  Strong oral and written communication skills.  Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA Division III rules.  Valid driver’s license and ability to establish driver eligibility under the University’s Driving and Motor Vehicle Policy.  The successful candidate must pass all required background and reference checks.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree. Collegiate coaching and recruiting experience in men’s and/or women’s cross country and track & field. Previous history of relationship-building and cultivation of former student-athletes and other program stakeholders. 

Interested candidates must apply by sending cover letter, resume, references and salary expectations to tpbyrnes@marybaldwin.edu.  No phone call inquiries will be considered.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.