Head Cross Country Coach / Assistant Track & Field Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Head Cross Country Coach / Assistant Track & Field Coach

Union Level

Department

Women's Cross Country

Campus

Stockton

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Head Cross Country Coach / Assistant Track & Field Coach

Union Level

Department

Women's Cross Country

Campus

Stockton

Posting Number

201304049P

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Number of Months

12

Work Schedule

Position End Date

Open Date

05/28/2025

Close Date

06/30/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

| Primary Purpose |
The University of the Pacific is seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Cross Country
Coach who will also serve as an Assistant Track & Field Coach. The ideal candidate will
lead all aspects of the cross country program while supporting the track & field team—
particularly in the distance events and additional event groups as needed. A strong
background in recruiting, athlete development, and program management is essential. | | Essential Functions |
- Serve as Head Coach for the men’s and women’s cross country programs, overseeing training, competition planning, and athlete development. - Assist the Director of Track & Field/Cross Country with the recruitment and coaching of distance runners for the indoor and outdoor track seasons. - Coordinate and execute a year-round training plan that prepares student-athletes for peak performance during championship segments. - Lead domestic and international recruiting efforts for distance and additional event groups; evaluate academic and athletic credentials to ensure fit and eligibility. - Foster academic accountability and support student-athletes in meeting academic standards and graduation goals. - Assist in planning travel, organizing home meets, and managing equipment needs for both cross country and track programs. - Promote a culture of competitiveness, discipline, and unity aligned with the values of the University and the athletic department. - Collaborate with strength and conditioning staff, medical personnel

| | Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree required - Minimum of 5 years collegiate coaching experience in distance events and cross country. - Proven experience leading or assisting a successful cross country program at the NCAA level. - Demonstrated success in recruiting high-caliber student-athletes both domestically and internationally. - Strong organizational and communication skills with an ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Master’s degree preferred. - USATF certifications and CPR/AED certification preferred. - Ability to mentor student-athletes both athletically and personally, fostering confidence, accountability, and long-term growth. - Background in program operations including budgeting, apparel/equipment coordination, and travel planning. - A growth mindset and a passion for building a competitive program within the West Coast Conference.

| | Physical Requirements | | | Hiring Range | $68,640.00 | | Background Check Statement |
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

| | AA/EEO Policy Statement |

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you have a Bachelor's degree?

   • Yes
   • No

2. Do you have a minimum of 5 years collegiate coaching experience in distance events and cross country?

   • Yes
   • No

3. Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?

   • Yes
   • No

4. Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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