Assistant Coach, Cross Country

Working at Regis University

As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures. Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students. Why Work at Regis?

Job Summary:

The Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach is responsible for assisting with all phases of the men’s and women’s NCAA Division II cross country and track & field programs while upholding the mission and values of Regis University. This position plays a key role in fostering the holistic development of student-athletes academically, athletically, and personally within a values-driven, inclusive environment.

Primary responsibilities include recruiting and evaluating prospective student-athletes, scouting opponents, analyzing film, assisting with meet and practice planning, on-field coaching, player development, and supporting student-athlete academic success. The Assistant Coach also contributes to team operations, fundraising efforts, and community engagement initiatives. If the Head Coach is unable to fulfill their duties, the Assistant Coach will assume those responsibilities as assigned.

The ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and excellent organizational abilities. By building meaningful relationships, mentoring student-athletes, and promoting integrity, service, and teamwork, the Assistant Coach helps create a culture that reflects Regis University’s Jesuit values of excellence, leadership, and community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The assistant coach shall perform all duties pertaining to the cross country/track & field programs as assigned by the head coach. Duties include but are not limited to:

Coaching & Player Development

Working at Regis University

As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures. Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students. Why Work at Regis?

Job Summary:

The Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach is responsible for assisting with all phases of the men’s and women’s NCAA Division II cross country and track & field programs while upholding the mission and values of Regis University. This position plays a key role in fostering the holistic development of student-athletes academically, athletically, and personally within a values-driven, inclusive environment.

Primary responsibilities include recruiting and evaluating prospective student-athletes, scouting opponents, analyzing film, assisting with meet and practice planning, on-field coaching, player development, and supporting student-athlete academic success. The Assistant Coach also contributes to team operations, fundraising efforts, and community engagement initiatives. If the Head Coach is unable to fulfill their duties, the Assistant Coach will assume those responsibilities as assigned.

The ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and excellent organizational abilities. By building meaningful relationships, mentoring student-athletes, and promoting integrity, service, and teamwork, the Assistant Coach helps create a culture that reflects Regis University’s Jesuit values of excellence, leadership, and community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The assistant coach shall perform all duties pertaining to the cross country/track & field programs as assigned by the head coach. Duties include but are not limited to:

Coaching & Player Development

• The assistant coach shall perform all duties pertaining to the cross country/track & field programs as assigned by the head coach.

• Assist in coaching and scheduling meets, practices, and conditioning: Responsible for assisting in planning content and organization of the overall program. (All fundamentals and techniques, strategies, and knowledge of all aspects of the sports.)

• Must be able to effectively interact with the head coach, student-athletes, trainers, office staff, facilities staff, prospective athletes, parents, faculty, fans, etc. daily.

• Camps and clinics: coordinate cross country/track & field camps and clinics at the direction of the head coach; coordinate with residence life office and event services for campus camps and clinics when applicable.

Recruiting & Student-Athlete Support

• Recruit qualified student-athletes: Actively recruit academically and athletically talented student-athletes in accordance with the philosophy of Regis University and in strict adherence to University, NCAA, and Conference regulations.

• Monitor student-athlete’s academic performance: monitor the academic success of the student-athletes in her/his program. Each coach should work cooperatively with Regis University.

Program Administration & Budget Management

• Assist the head coach in monitoring and balancing the team budgets: provide input and work cooperatively with the head coach in budgeting for and requisitioning all goods and services needed and used in the sport program. This includes but is not limited to supplies, equipment, apparel, team travel, recruiting, etc. Each sport must operate within the University allotted budget for operating expenses and scholarships. Any expenses in excess of the team budget allotment must be covered by revenue generated funds.

• Supervise graduate assistants and student employees: Assist the head coach in supervising staff as assigned and managing study employees; work cooperatively with all members of the staff.

• Complete vehicle driver program for certification to operate Regis University vehicles.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Create an atmosphere of compliance: Know, recognize, and comply with the laws, policies, rules, and regulations governing the NCAA, the RMAC, and the Regis Athletic Department. Supervise and ensure that work-study and other employees/volunteers for whom you are administratively responsible comply with the aforesaid policies, rules, and regulations. Immediately advise the Regis compliance director if you have reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees or students, have occurred or will occur.

Professional Development & External Engagement

• Professional development: engage in professional development. Assist the head coach in keeping with the current trends and developments as well as the implementation to perform duties more effectively.

• The head coach must attend pertinent professional opportunities including, but not limited to, RMAC and NCAA meetings; the assistant coach may be included, as needed.

• Fundraise for the Program and Athletic Department

• Promote the brand of the Athletic Department and Regis University

Working conditions are normal for an indoor/outdoor environment. Work requires weekend and/or evening work. Some local, regional, and/or national travel is required. 

Hours worked may vary weekly to accommodate practice, meet, and travel schedules. Flexibility in availability is essential to meet the demands of this role.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

• Minimum of 2 years of coaching experience.

• The ability to travel easily between athletic facilities

• The ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Preferred qualifications:

• NCAA experience

• Experience with recruiting software.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please submit a resume, cover letter and list of references with your application. Current employees, please submit an application by logging into Workday. Click on the Career Worklet and access the internal site.

This position will remain open until filled with a priority application deadline of August 22nd, 2025.

Regis University offers a broad range of benefits that includes:

• Comprehensive group health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.

• A generous tuition benefit for employees, spouses and dependents

• Paid Mission leave to allow our employees to engage in acts of service or to have time for personal reflection.

• The "Gift of Time" when Regis closes between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

• Options for flexible work arrangements based on position.

You can learn more about our benefits by clicking the links below.

25-26 Employee Benefits Summary 04.28.25 or

https://www.regis.edu/_documents/abou...

Pay Rate:

$20.00/hour

Application Deadline:

Post Internally and Externally

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