Assistant Track & Field Coach – Cross Country/Distance (Coaching Assistant 12 Mo)

EXPIRED

Position Summary Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Track & Field Coach – Cross Country/Distance will support and enhance the mission of the San Diego State University Athletic Department.  The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the direction of the Track & Field and Cross-Country programs, performing a variety of coaching functions related to the sports of Cross Country and Track & Field in the Athletic Department.  These coaching functions include, but are not limited to, the following:  recruiting, administrative duties, coaching, meet management, facility management and fundraising.  This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of December 31, 2024 with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University.  Currently, there are 19 sport programs, approximately 500 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department.  The offices include the following:  The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video. For more information regarding SDSU Athletics, click here.

Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. 5 years of collegiate track and field coaching experience with an emphasis in cross country and distance running, and/or three years of elite coaching experience with professional athletes.

Key Qualifications Experience working with female athletes. Experience within Division I NCAA coaching arena preferred.

Position Summary Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Track & Field Coach – Cross Country/Distance will support and enhance the mission of the San Diego State University Athletic Department.  The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the direction of the Track & Field and Cross-Country programs, performing a variety of coaching functions related to the sports of Cross Country and Track & Field in the Athletic Department.  These coaching functions include, but are not limited to, the following:  recruiting, administrative duties, coaching, meet management, facility management and fundraising.  This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of December 31, 2024 with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University.  Currently, there are 19 sport programs, approximately 500 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department.  The offices include the following:  The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video. For more information regarding SDSU Athletics, click here.

Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. 5 years of collegiate track and field coaching experience with an emphasis in cross country and distance running, and/or three years of elite coaching experience with professional athletes.

Key Qualifications Experience working with female athletes. Experience within Division I NCAA coaching arena preferred.

Licenses/Certifications Required Ability to obtain valid California Class B driver’s license within 10 days of hire.

Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,020 per month.  Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here. CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,168 - $6,946 per month. 

Diversity and Community at SDSU At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement.  For more information, click here. Principles of Community At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.  SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on December 19, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by December 18, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.  San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.  A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at pythao@sdsu.edu.