Temporary Assistant Coach Cross Country / Track & Field

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University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with over 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department

Athletics - 25900

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Posting Details

Posting Details

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with over 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department

Athletics - 25900

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/36711

Vacancy Number

TSP5495PST

Working Title

Temporary Assistant Coach Cross Country / Track & Field

Job Title

Temp Position Type

EHRA Temporary

Job Category

Athletics

FLSA for Position

Exempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Assistant Coach assists the Head Coach in providing leadership for a NCAA Division I Cross Country / Track & Field Program. Assists with all aspects of the program and plays an integral part in the day-to-day student-athlete coaching support, administrative responsibilities, daily team training, evaluation and recruitment of student-athletes, academic monitoring, and skill development. This position must work within UNCW, CAA, and NCAA guidelines to provide student-athletes an exceptional collegiate experience while competing for championships.

• Assists the Head Coach in providing leadership for a NCAA Division I Cross Country / Track & Field Program along with the overall coaching, management, and administration of the program, primary working with cross country and distance athletes.
• Teach the mental and physical aspects of the training and racing while preparing student-athletes for life after intercollegiate sports.
• Assist with meet management of UNCW’s home cross country meet and home track & field meet.
• Adhere to and enforce all policies and procedures of the department and university as well as the rules and regulations of the CAA and NCAA.
• Oversee communication of the cross country and distance athletes with support staff.
• Travel Coordination: Helping organize and manage travel arrangements to Cross Country competitions, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectivness in logistics. Help with team itineraries, meals, practice schedules and other related requirements for travel.
• Track countable athletic related activities through ARMS online system.
• Assist with team community service events and assist with team fundraising.
• Participate in University, civic, and public relations activities for promotion of the sport.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelors Degree
• Must be highly dependable, flexible, and available to work evenings and weekends
• Possess excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with the public
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time both indoors and outdoors
• Work effectively as a team member

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Previous coaching experience
• Former student-athlete that competed in the NCAA at the Division 1, 2 or 3 level(s)
• Previous customer service experience

Required Certifications or Licensure

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

College/School Information

Work Hours

Required to be at all cross country and distance practice obligations. May coach up to 20 hours/weekly

Work Days

Varies based on Athletic Events

Hours Per Week

Up to 20 hours/weekly on campus

Type of Position

Anticipated Hiring Range

Up to $1,500/monthly stipend

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date

06/26/2025

Job Closing Date

07/03/2025

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

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