Posting Details
Position Information
| Job Title |
Assistant Cross Country/Assistant Track & Field Coach |
| Union Level |
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| Department |
Women's Cross Country |
| Campus |
Stockton |
| Posting Number |
201304084P |
| Full or Part Time |
Full Time |
| Number of Months |
9 |
| Work Schedule |
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| Position End Date |
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| Open Date |
07/02/2025 |
| Close Date |
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| 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, training sessions, and competitive planning for cross country and distance 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 and distance 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, meet 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
- 3 years of collegiate coaching experience in cross country and/or distance track events.
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| 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.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
- 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.
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| 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 is performed during standard hours; Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines.
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 University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record. |
| Hiring Range |
$52,800, 9-month position, depending on experience level. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations w |
| Background Check Statement |
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years. |
| AA/EEO Policy Statement |
University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability. |
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University of the Pacific
Jul 02, 2025