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Assistant Cross Country / Track & Field Coach

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Jul 2026

💰 $60,000/yr($59,488/yr – $60,000/yr)

About the role

Position Information

Job Title Assistant Cross Country / Track & Field Coach Union Level Department Women's Cross Country Campus Stockton Posting Number 201304334P Full or Part Time Full Time Number of Months 10 Work Schedule

Work is performed during standard business hours and during non-regular office hours to meet business needs. Occasional travel required for competition and recruiting.

Position End Date Open Date 07/14/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The University of the Pacific is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Assistant Cross Country / Assistant Track & Field Coach to support the men’s and women’s distance programs. This position will assist in all aspects of the cross country season and support distance event development during the indoor and outdoor track & field seasons. The successful candidate will play a key role in recruiting, training, and mentoring student-athletes while contributing to the overall growth of the program.

Essential Functions

Assist with daily operations, throwers training sessions, and competitive planning for track events.
Contribute to the development and implementation of seasonal training plans that promote athlete growth, wellness, and peak performance.
Lead recruiting efforts for cross country, distance, throwers, and track events, identifying prospective student-athletes and managing outreach, evaluation, and communication.
Support academic progress of student-athletes by collaborating with academic advisors and promoting a culture of academic excellence.
Assist with team travel, meeting entries, equipment logistics, and other administrative tasks.
Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and competitive team environment aligned with the values of the program and university.
Engage in fundraising and alumni outreach efforts as needed.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree
Three (3) years of coaching experience, with significant experience in recruiting and coaching jumps and multi-events.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree
Proven success in recruiting and developing student-athletes at the NCAA level.
Familiarity with NCAA compliance and recruiting systems.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:

Work is performed in a standard office environment and athletic venues during standard business hours and during non-regular office hours to meet business needs. Occasional travel required for competition and recruiting.

Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The Univers