Job Description

Position Title:

Head Women’s Cross Country Coach /Assistant Track Coach

Appointment Type:

Contract

Job Description:

The Iowa State University Athletics Department is looking for a dynamic Head Women’s Cross Country Coach /Assistant Track Coach to build on our culture of competitive success in conference and national competition and in the classroom. This position will assist the Director of Men’s and Women’s Cross Country, Track and Field with all phases of the NCAA Division I programs to help develop our student-athletes to reach their full potential.

Examples of what you'll do

• Plan effective practice sessions and competitive coaching situations for assigned events
• Effectively teach, mentor, and coach to develop well-rounded student-athletes and contribute to and enhance a nationally competitive athletic experience
• Identify and successfully recruit and retain academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes
• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to the welfare and academic success of the student-athletes and help ensure academic progress and graduation
• Assist with meet management planning, logistics and operations
• Assist with administrative functions
• Adhere to University, Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, and regulations
• Establish and maintain effective interactions with the students, colleagues, university community, alumni, media, and the public

The ideal candidates will have expertise and success with cross country and distance events. This position requires an excellent work ethic along with exceptional motivational, teaching/coaching and communication skills. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body. Requires the ability to travel extensively including overnight stays for recruiting and competitions and some international travel.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Experience coaching or competing in cross country and/or track distance events at a highly competitive level (post high school).

Preferred Qualifications

Established history of coaching NCAA Division I or professional cross country and distance track athletes to successful performance outcomes.

Demonstrated ability to recruit and coach highly skilled student–athletes and have strong recruiting connections.

About ISU Athletics

As an NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision athletics program and a founding member of the Big 12 Conference, Iowa State University sponsors 18 intercollegiate athletics teams and supports 450 student-athletes in their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence. ISU Athletics employs over 250 talented and dedicated full-time staff members, more than 500 temporary and student employees, and multiple auxiliary partners who collaboratively work within a culture to support and enhance the experiences of Cyclone student-athletes and their loyal fan base. Iowa State student-athletes have produced 10-consecutive years of record-setting Graduation Success Rate scores in the classroom, while athletically, the Cyclones have captured 19 national team championships, 140 national individual titles and 162 conference team championships in its rich history. www.cyclones.com

Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume

• Contact information for 3 references (preferred)

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans

• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

• Life insurance and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Various voluntary benefits and discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Proposed Start Date:

June 15, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

Contract

Original Posting Date:

May 12, 2026

Posting Close Date:

May 18, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19188

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.