Head Coach, Cross Country
Department of Athletics and Recreation 

A leader in online and experiential learning, Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the fore, MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts, Science, Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security, healthy aging, literacy, nutrition, childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People. msvu.ca

Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

The Department of Athletics and Recreation at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the contract position of Cross Country Head Coach.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Cross Country Head Coach will provide leadership and coaching expertise to the varsity cross country program. The successful candidate will be responsible for recruitment, selection, and development, as well as the overall management and implementation of the cross country program, including practice planning, competition preparation, fundraising, and alumni relations. Strong leadership skills and experience in coaching athletes at a highperformance level are essential requirements for this position.

This position is honorarium based. It is important to note that due to the varied nature of university athletics and competition operations, the successful candidate must be available evenings and weekends, and be willing and able to travel. 

Minimum qualifications:

• A University Degree in a related field 
• Five years of experience coaching competitive cross country running
• National Coaching Certification “Trained to CompeteTrained”
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Criminal record check

Additional qualifications:

• CAC Safe Sport
• CAC Making Headway
• CAC Rule of Two
• CCAA Safe Campus
• Excellent organizational, management, and communication skills
• An understanding of the unique demands of being a student-athlete

The department of athletics & recreation can provide assistance and support in furthering coach education

Application Process: Please send your application package including cover letter, resume, CAC Transcript, and the names of three references to Angela Barrett-Jewers, Director of Athletics & Recreation, by email to angela.barrettjewers@msvu.ca by Monday, June 17, 2024.