Cross country and track field assistant coach Job at California State University, Fullerton, CA

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  • California State University
  • Fullerton, CA

Job Description

Full job description

Job no: 541772

Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian)

Location: Fullerton

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Coach (Non-instructional Faculty), On-site (work in-person at business location)

Department of Athletics

Assistant Coach

Men's/Women's Cross Country and Track & Field

Fall 2024

The Department of Athletics at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a Men's/Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Assistant Coach position with anticipated appointment to begin Fall 2024.

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a minority-serving institution and an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. CSUF is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum, and to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Aligning with the university’s vision and mission, the Titans Athletic department’s inclusive culture promotes equitable participation for our student-athletes as well as enhances the career objectives for coaches, administration and staff and is all geared towards improving the learning and competitive environment which enables our student-athletes to reach their full potential both in the classroom and in their respective sports. Candidates who can contribute to this environment through their work are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from groups whose underrepresentation has been severe, and longstanding are particularly encouraged to apply.

Position
The Men's/Women's Cross Country and Track & Field program at California State University, Fullerton is a highly competitive program that competes in the NCAA Division I Big West Conference. The Assistant Coach position reports directly to the Head Coach and they assist with coaching in the program in addition to the following duties:

  • Reports directly to the Head Men's/Women's Cross Country and Track & Field Coach
  • Assist with coaching a highly competitive cross country and track and field program which competes in the NCAA Division I Big West Conference
  • Committed to the academic goals of the University and follow the rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA and the Big West Conference
  • Assist with recruitment of Division I quality student-athletes
  • Assist with monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes
  • Assist with day-to-day training of setting and defensive development
  • Assist with general administrative duties
  • Work in conjunction with the head coach regarding travel coordination, scheduling, and practice planning
  • Take an active role in marketing Men's/Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field on campus and within the community through public appearances and promotional efforts

Required Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and demonstrated successful coaching experience at the collegiate and/or professional level in a diverse setting
  • A proven ability to promote inclusivity when recruiting highly skilled student-athletics and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, solid administrative abilities, and a strong commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student-athlete
  • The ability to interact successfully with a wide and culturally diverse range of students and to work harmoniously with students and colleagues
  • Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • NCAA Division I Men's/Women's Cross Country and Track and Field coaching experience
  • Knowledge of various scouting ad video editing software systems

Application Procedure
A complete on‐line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit choose full-time faculty, search for position #541772, and provide the following required materials:

  • Cover Letter in which the applicant addresses:
    • Qualifications for the position
    • Desire to work at California State University, Fullerton
  • Resume
  • Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence
    • This statement provides the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers. This statement aims to help the department identify candidates with professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help CSUF contribute to its mission in these areas. The statement shall address one or more of the following criteria:

      • The candidate has acquired knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students and faculty in higher education.
      • The candidate has experience in and is committed to engaging in service with underrepresented populations in higher education.
      • The candidate has experience in and is committed to teaching and/or mentoring underrepresented students in a higher education environment.
      • The candidate has experience integrating underrepresented populations and communities into scholarly and creative activities.
  • A list of three references with relevant contact information
    • Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by logging back into your applicant portal.

Please direct all questions about the position to: Athletics Business Office at athleticsbusiness@fullerton.edu

Application Deadline
To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by August 28, 2024. The anticipated appointment date is September 16th, 2024.

Compensation
The Coaching Assistant 12-month classification salary range is $6,288 to $7,946 (12 monthly payments). The anticipated hiring range is $6,288 to $6,414 per month.


Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (

CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver; access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit:

CSU Policies
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‐disclose.

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator (

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California.

Advertised: Aug 14 2024 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close:

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