Join a vibrant equity-minded campus community whose excellence is reflected in its community, cultural engagement, and student success. The Department of Athletics invites applicants for the position of Assistant Track & Field Coach. This is a full-time, salaried, 12-month position with full benefits.

West Chester University is an NCAA Division II member of the highly competitive Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). The Department of Athletics prepares our student athletes for life-long success by providing opportunities for them to excel in the classroom, in competition and in the community. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. Learn more about WCU's Department of Athletics. 

WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities.

Reports to the head coach and is responsible for specific coaching area as assigned by the head coach. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills to be a positive role model and representative of the university. This position requires the ability to travel extensively on both weekdays and weekends and may be expected to drive university vehicles to practices and competitions.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the head track and field/cross country coach in fulfilling all responsibilities associated with successful coaching at the college level
• Develop, recommend, and implement training programs to develop student-athlete skills in association with the head coach and strength & conditioning staff
• Ensure appropriate safety precautions are taken
• Assist with student-athlete recruitment as assigned by head coach
• Instruct student athletes in the fundamentals of the sport
• Attend all practices and home & away sporting events
• Recommend discipline of student athletes for infractions of rules/regulations and misconduct
• Follow and demonstrate support for all policies and regulations of West Chester University, Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association
• Assist the head coach in monitoring the academic requirements of student athletes to ensure satisfactory progress in the pursuit of a baccalaureate degree and a high graduation rate
• Assist in the organizing and directing of summer camps and other fundraising activities that produce income for scholarship and team related activities
• Organizing and managing home cross country and track & field meets
• Perform other related duties

• Bachelor's Degree
• Previous collegiate playing or coaching experience 

• Previous coaching experience in a variety of event areas; and/or
• Recruiting experience; and/or
• Fundraising and summer camp experience, including marketing and advertising; and/or
• Experience managing home cross country and track and field meets

This is a full-time, salaried, 12-month position with full benefits. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience with additional income possible by conducting mandatory summer camps. 

Review of applications begins immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To be considered a finalist, applicants must successfully complete the application and interview process.

Required Documents for Consideration

To be considered an applicant for the position, please submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of three references with contact information (Include position title, phone number, and email address).

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University's educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer.