Assistant Track & Field, Cross Country Coach

POSITION TITLE:  Assistant Track & Field, Cross Country CoachCOMPENSATION RANGE: 55,068.00 - 55,068.00 USD per yearEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Professional Administrative DEPARTMENT: Women's Track And FieldTARGET HIRE DATE: 8/15/2025 BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 7/30/2025.

Position Summary:

The intercollegiate athletics program is an integral part of the university striving to achieve the same standards of excellence in athletics that exist within academic programs. The program is concerned with the physical and mental welfare of the student and strives to ensure that every student-athlete has the opportunity to succeed academically and obtain a degree. Sport programs are a vital function of the University at large.

The position will be responsible for assisting the Director of Track and Field in organizing, preparing, and
conducting individual and team practices, training and competition with Track & Field, and Cross Country. 

Job Duties:

• Candidates must be able to teach proper technique and skill development in various aspects of track &
field and cross country.
• Candidates should have a complete and thorough understanding of track & field and cross country and be able to instruct student-athletes in small group and one-on-one settings.

POSITION TITLE:  Assistant Track & Field, Cross Country CoachCOMPENSATION RANGE: 55,068.00 - 55,068.00 USD per yearEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Professional Administrative DEPARTMENT: Women's Track And FieldTARGET HIRE DATE: 8/15/2025 BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 7/30/2025.

Position Summary:

The intercollegiate athletics program is an integral part of the university striving to achieve the same standards of excellence in athletics that exist within academic programs. The program is concerned with the physical and mental welfare of the student and strives to ensure that every student-athlete has the opportunity to succeed academically and obtain a degree. Sport programs are a vital function of the University at large.

The position will be responsible for assisting the Director of Track and Field in organizing, preparing, and
conducting individual and team practices, training and competition with Track & Field, and Cross Country. 

Job Duties:

• Candidates must be able to teach proper technique and skill development in various aspects of track &
field and cross country.
• Candidates should have a complete and thorough understanding of track & field and cross country and be able to instruct student-athletes in small group and one-on-one settings.
• This position requires the ability to help recruit potential student-athletes.
• Candidates must have the ability to successfully impart track-specific knowledge and cross country and student-athletes.
• Previous coaching and/or playing experience on the college level is highly desired.
• The ability to identify and recruit student-athletes is required.
• This position requires well-developed communication skills, as well as strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings is required.
• This position requires extensive travel.

This position will assist the head coach in devising methods by which the team can achieve success and with the establishment and development of the team atmosphere. Also in creating a positive atmosphere for the successful recruitment of student-athletes, promotion of community involvement by all team personnel.

• Contributes to the visibility and exposure of the institution to the community at large on a (near) daily basis.
• Facilitates the entire educational experience of the participant and at the same time contributes to the development of players, teachers, coaches, and trainers.
• Capitalizes and enhances alumni, family and friends willingness to contribute to the support of individual programs, the entire athletic program, and the institution at large through corporate sponsorship programs, endowments, and gifting.
• Highlights the academic successes of the athlete as compatible with athletic success.
• Establishes the opportunity for personal growth and development of the individual within an organized team structure that imitates society at large.
• Contributes to the recruitment and retention of students thus benefiting the university.

• Demonstrate repeated and ongoing difficulty with retention of student athletes.
• Create negative publicity through repeated NCAA violations that become common public knowledge.
• Recruit athletes that are not compliant to the high standards that the University, athletic program, and boosters hold for athletes.
• Engage in illegal or immoral activity that brings negative publicity to the University.

The supervisor will meet weekly to go through practice planning and performance updates to ensure progress is being meet and goals are achieved.

Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance-daily interaction
• Rules interpretations
• Recruiting permission
• Reporting violations
• Discussion and advisement
Director of Marketing & Sales-cyclic interaction
• Discussion on track and field/cross country promotional events and activities
Director of Communications– weekly interaction (varies depending upon season)
• Develop and provide input for media guides
• Provide pertinent information for press release on:
• Honors and Awards
• Statistics
Student-Athlete Academic Support Staff -daily
• Provide student information for academic monitoring
• Discover UNC
• Progress reports
• Class loads
• Grade reports
Facilities/Ticket Manager - weekly
• Facility scheduling
• Facility set up for competitive events
• Equipment repair
Equipment Manager-daily
• Provide team rosters for verification of team membership
• Checks student certification/clearance for practice
• Orders uniforms and practice gear
• Disseminates travel gear and bags for road trips
• Disseminates playing and practice apparel on a daily basis
• Does laundry on a daily basis for players throughout year.
Athletic Trainers-daily
• Coordinate rehabilitation therapy
• Performs daily training needs per individual

• Provides support personnel on road trips

• Provides support staff for home competitions and practice
• Provides support staff for visiting teams, practice and competition
• Staffs the summer camps and clinics program

Business Office and Admin I and II classified staff members-daily interaction
• Ordering equipment, securing DPOs, IMOs, POs
• Securing official function forms
• Expense reimbursement
• Leave records
• Budget questions and paperwork accountability
• Travel requests, reimbursements and travel advances
• Camps and clinics
• Hiring procedures and paperwork
• Enhancement Accounts
Conference and Scheduling office / Residence Life and Food Service Programs
• Work closely during the spring and summer months on the UNC summer camp and clinic program several times per week.
• Work closely with scheduling on pre-season camp.
Financial Aids Office
• Work with Director on Scholarships for athletic grant in aid-occasionally
• Seek counselor for student recruits through financial aid personnel
• Utilize financial aid counselors through the Visitor Center
During recruit visitations we seek appointments with Deans, faculty and advisors from all of the various departments on campus.
Visitor Center and Admissions
• Schedule van tours frequently during fall and winter months.
• Utilize counselors for providing information to recruits and families regarding the admissions process

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

USATF Level I Certification

1. Computer skills
   
2. Knowledge and adherence to NCAA, Conference, State, Institutional, and Department rules and regulations.
   
3. Motivation skills
   
4. Commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and have an awareness of issues affecting women and minorities.
   
5. Organizational and Management Skills
   
6. Supervision (e.g. Athletes, Student Assistant Coaches, Summer Staff)
   
7. Public Speaking / Fundraising
   
8. Physical Fitness
   
9. Counseling/Advising Skills

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index,UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNC community. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based on gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu. 

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.

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