Assistant Coach/ Director of Operations - Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Coach/ Director of Operations - Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country

Position Number

986604

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Department

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Coach/ Director of Operations - Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country

Position Number

986604

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Department

ATH Track and Cross Country Women

Department Homepage

www.ecupirates.com

Advertising Department

TRACK & FIELD

Division

Athletics

Classification Title

Assistant Coach

Working Title

Assistant Coach / Director of Operations - Track & Field/Cross Country

Number of Vacancies

1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

1.0

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

$40,000

Position Location (City)

Greenville

Position Type

Non-Faculty

Job Category

Non-Faculty Professional

Organizational Unit Overview

The athletics department mission is to represent East Carolina University with distinction and create a challenging and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel in the classroom, in competition, and in life. We are committed to the highest standards of character, honesty, effort, and sportsmanship; respecting all people, their personal identities, differences and beliefs; and to provide a safe environment for student-athletes’ academic, athletic and personal development. The highly visible athletics program is committed to NCAA compliance, comprehensive excellence and to be trustworthy stewards of the aspirations of our student-athletes, the resources we manage, the reputation of our University, and our mission of service.

Job Duties

Reporting to the Director of Track & Field / XC, this position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

40% Operational Management & Logistics

• Day-to-day Operations: Overseeing the daily administrative and operational activities of the track and field/cross country programs.
• Budget Management: Handling and tracking the program’s budget, including expenses for travel, equipment, and other needs.
• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations, including student-athlete eligibility standards.
• Scheduling: Coordinating practice schedules, competition dates, and team meetings.
• Facility Management: Liaising with event staff for home meets, assisting with facility needs, and potentially managing locker room assignments.
• Equipment and Supplies: Managing the ordering and inventory of team equipment and uniforms.
• Travel Coordination: Arranging and managing all aspects of team travel, including flights, buses, hotels, and meals for competitions and recruiting trips.
• Communication: Distributing travel information and other critical communications to student-athletes and staff.

40% Student Athlete Support & Team Functions

• Academic Progress: Monitoring the academic performance and eligibility of student-athletes, working closely with academic support staff.
• Student-Athlete Well-being: Coordinating with athletic training, strength and conditioning, and nutrition staff to support student-athlete training regimes and needs.
• Mentorship: Building positive relationships with student-athletes and providing mentorship as needed.
• Event Promotion: Working with facility and game operations staff to promote home track and field events.
• Community Relations: Engaging in community outreach and fundraising activities to support the program.
• Alumni Engagement: Potentially assisting with alumni events.

20% Coaching:

• Recruitment Support: Assisting the head coach with coordinating recruiting efforts, including managing the recruiting database, contacting prospects, planning official visits, and ensuring compliance with recruiting rules.
• Oversee: Student Managers that assist the program for practice & Competition.
• Videographer: Responsible for coordinating video for Practices & Competition.
• Training and Conditioning: Assisting with implementing training programs to enhance athletes’ physical conditioning and performance

Minimum Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution required.

Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions and conferred by the time of hire.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Prior collegiate participation and/or coaching experience are preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Official transcript required within 30 days of employment.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date

08/25/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins

09/09/2025

Rank Level

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/...

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Please indicate where you learned about this Athletics position.

   • NCAA
   • NACDA
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • DiverseJobs.net
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • ECU website
   • Professional Association (e.g. CoSIDA, NACMA, AFCA, NABC, ABCA, etc.)
   • Other

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

Optional Documents

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