Assistant Cross Country/Track and Field Coach
Job Category: Athletics
Requisition Number: ASSIS001380
Posted: July 29, 2026
Full Time
On-site
Rate: $47,000 USD per year
Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ
Monmouth University is seeking an Assistant Cross Country/Track and
Field Coach in the Athletics department.
The candidate would expected to: Oversee training of the track and
field/cross-country student-athletes throughout the year; schedule
and plan for track meets as required, including making travel
arrangements for the team and meals when needed; direct
student-athletes with event-specific instruction at practice and at
meets; oversee recruiting (official visits, calls, emails) and
coordinate recruiting efforts with other staff members.
This is an in-person on campus, non-remote
position.
Application Materials Required:
Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting
documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In
addition to the application, candidates
must
upload the following documents. Applications will
not be considered complete for review until all
required documents are uploaded.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Professional References
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop a training regimen for student athletes throughout the
year.
- Schedule, recruit and coordinate travel for specific team
members.
- Assist in the selection and ordering of appropriate equipment
for student-athlete and team use.
Check academic progress for current student- athletes and NCAA
Eligibility Center status for prospective student athletes.
Oversee recruiting (official visits, calls, emails) for
specific athletes and coordinate recruiting efforts with other
staff members. Send out regular mailings and make weekly recruiting
calls to potential student athletes.
Coordinate fund raising efforts with the Blue and White club,
which is the fundraising arm of Monmouth University Athletics.
Coordinate team and individual meetings for
student-athletes.
Assist with the preparation for and management of home cross
country and track and field meets with the coaching staff,
including both collegiate and community events.
Direct student-athletes with event-specific instruction at
practice and at meets. Work with the strength coach staff to create
a strength training plan for these athletes and oversee those
sessions in the weight room.
Continue professional development and research into track and
field training techniques.
Manage a database to track potential student-athletes using
ARMS Software (or any future program) and current Admission Office
software in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.
Create events in conjunction with the rest of the staff to
further develop a championship team culture, promote team unity,
and ensure academic excellence.
Schedule practices in conjunction with the Athletic department
as well as the rest of the coaching staff.
Responsible for adhering to policies and procedures governing
the Department of Athletics and the University and any applicable
rules and regulations associated with the National Collegiate
Athletic Association (NCAA), the Colonial Athletic Association
(CAA) or any other conference or organization with which the
University is or becomes associated with which affects University
Athletics.
Other duties as assigned by the Head Men's and Women's Cross
Country and Track and Feild Coach or the program and the team's
sports supervisor and athletic administrators.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Three (3) years of coaching experience at a high school or
college level in cross country and indoor/outdoor track and field,
or four (4) years competing on a collegiate level
in the sport of cross country and track field.
- Demonstrated coaching and recruiting success.
- Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- A valid driver's license in your state of residence and have
had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years
and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past
three (3) years. University Policy found here: Monmouth University Vehicle
Use Policy.
- CPR and NCAA recruiting certification must be attained within
six months from date of hire.
- Must be able to utilize a variety of computer software programs
in order to successfully complete assigned tasks.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication
skills.
- Must be able to treat confidential and sensitive information
appropriately.
- Must have an understanding of the University's concern for
academics as well as athletic excellence
Preferred Requirements:
- USA Track and Field (USATF) Level I recognition or higher.
Questions regarding this search should be directed
to:
Barbara Santos at bsantos@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5629
Note to Applicants:
Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may
close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to
submit your application and all required documentation as quickly
as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.
Working at Monmouth University perks:
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
- Tuition Remission for employee upon hire
- Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS
dependent after one-year of full-time continuous employment
- Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
- Employer sponsored Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA, Telehealth and
more
To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page
at: Employee Benefits Information |
Human Resources | Monmouth University
Department:
Athletics Department
Work Schedule:
varied
Total Weeks Per Year
48
Hours Per Week:
36.25
Expected Salary:
$47,000 - $48,400
Union:
N/A
Job Posting Close Date:
Open until filled
To apply, visit https://recruiting.ultipro.com/MON1000MON/JobBoard/d4da5ea7-24db-4f02-a484-7497ffffb76d/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=7d723784-aeb4-4136-911d-a7a6fe99be42
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights
pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information,
please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of
Labor.
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