Cross Country/Track & Field Coaching Assistant

California State University San Marcos • San Marcos, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

California State University San Marcos is currently inviting applications for the position of Coaching Assistant, with the working title of Cross Country/Track & Field Coaching Assistant. The university is located in North San Diego County. California State University San Marcos was founded as the 20th campus in the California State University system and is a rapidly growing, diverse university with a commitment to employee training and development. CSUSM Athletics is a member of NCAA Division II, and its cross country and track & field teams compete in the highly competitive California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) conference. The coaching assistant will assist the head coach with the day-to-day operations of the cross country/track & field programs. This includes recruiting, preparation for practice and competition scheduling, team travel organization, assisting the head coach with the athletic scholarships process, compliance with all NCAA rules, and student-athlete welfare. The assistant coach will foster academic success through retention and graduation of student-athletes.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree
• Three seasons of cross country and/or track & field coaching experience
• No NCAA major violations
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to maintain/obtain a California Driver’s License and campus defensive driving certification
• Ability to maintain/obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification
• Working in the State of California is a condition of employment

Nice To Haves

• A master's Degree
• Professional Certifications: Possession of USATF and/or USTFCCCA coaching certification(s)
• Knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations
• Intercultural competence and a commitment to serving the campus community as it relates to coaching and, as applicable, service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with the day-to-day operations of the cross country/track & field programs.
• Recruiting.
• Preparation for practice and competition scheduling.
• Team travel organization.
• Assisting the head coach with the athletic scholarships process.
• Compliance with all NCAA rules.
• Student-athlete welfare.
• Foster academic success through retention and graduation of student-athletes.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level