Job Description
Head Cross Country Coach / Assistant Track & Field Coach 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.
To apply, visit 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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