Assistant Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach and Associate in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education

EXPIRED

Columbia University in the City of New York: Intercollegiate Athletics

Location

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Open Date

Sep 19, 2025

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$66,300 - $66,300

Description

One of the world's leading universities, Columbia University Athletics offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Family Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center.The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Coach provides administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services under the direction and supervision of the Head Men’s and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach and Associate in Physical Education.

Columbia University in the City of New York: Intercollegiate Athletics

Location

01

Open Date

Sep 19, 2025

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$66,300 - $66,300

Description

One of the world's leading universities, Columbia University Athletics offers elite-level student-athletes the ability to compete for and win Ivy League titles and NCAA Championships. With 31 varsity sports, Columbia Athletics is the largest NCAA Division I athletics program in New York City and the only NCAA Division I sports program in Manhattan. A beautiful and peaceful campus in the heart of New York City, Columbia offers the most diverse student body in the Ivy League. Columbia Athletics has positioned itself with elite-level coaches and top-notch facilities in the Campbell Sports Complex, Baker Athletics Complex, the Milstein Family Tennis Center, and Dodge Fitness Center.The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Coach provides administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services under the direction and supervision of the Head Men’s and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach and Associate in Physical Education.

The Assistant Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Coach provides administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services under the direction and supervision of the Head Men’s and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach and Associate in Physical Education.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Achieving a high level of competency in sport skill instruction, motivation, and
  conduct of practice sessions under the direction of the Head Men’s and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach.
• Recruiting student athletes effectively under the direction of the Head Men’s and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach.
• Exhibiting the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to NCAA, Ivy League Conference, University, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education rules and regulations and/or Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrating a sincere interest in the social, emotional, academic development,
  as well as the athletic welfare of student athletes.
• Demonstrating excellent writing, speaking, and listening abilities.
• Participating in continuing education conferences, workshops, or meetings to
  increase professional skills and knowledge.
• Exhibiting leadership and professional behavior in dealing with student athletes.
• Completing all assignments made by the Head Men’s and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach including but not limited to budget management, scheduling, and fundraising.
• Contributing to the maintenance of good working relationships.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and
  Physical Education.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Qualification:

• A high level of competency in Track & Field skill instruction, motivation, and understanding of the role of intercollegiate athletics in a highly competitive academic environment.
• Strong recruiting, teaching, and coaching skills.
• An ability to build and maintain positive relationships with student athletes, staff, and alumni.
• A high level of competency in Track & Field skill instruction and motivation.
• Successful background in collegiate coaching, preferably at the D1 collegiate level.
• Demonstrated success in coaching in Track & Field preferably at the NCAA Division 1 level.
• Proven skills in fan, friend, and fund-raising.  
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge and experience working with the Sprint Events (short, long, and relays) along with a high level of knowledge in strength and conditioning.

Preferred Qualification:

• College coaching and recruiting experience.

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