Assistant Coach, Track & Field

Posting Number: S346

Classification Title: N/A

Working Title: Assistant Coach, Track & Field

Department: Athletics Coaches/Staff - MU

Home Campus: Mansfield

City
Mansfield

State
Pennsylvania

Zip Code
16933

Work Location
Home Campus

If Part-time, specify percentage (Examples: 0.75; 0.50; 0.25)

Less than .50

Benefits

The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:

• Medical and prescription drug benefits.
• Generous retirement plans, two options:
  • Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)
  • State Employees' Retirement System (SERS)
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

*Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit: for additional information regarding benefits.

To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.

Start Time: n/a

End Time: n/a

Hours Per Week: As needed

Days Worked (Check all that apply): Varies

Position Purpose

The Assistant Track & Field Coach assists in the overall organization, and administration of Mansfield's NCAA Division II Track & Field program. Duties may include (but are not limited to): recruiting student athletes within the rules and philosophy of the NCAA, PSAC and CU Mansfield; evaluating student-athlete talent - both academically and athletically; emphasizing academic priorities to student-athletes; helping to organize/conduct all practices; scouting and providing appropriate strategy for competitive success; related administrative tasks; assisting with fundraising initiatives; and maintaining appropriate communication with students, other coaches, university staff, parents, and alumni.

Description of Duties

• To help plan, direct and organize all aspects of pre-season, in-season and post-season training, as well as competitions at the direction of the Head Coach.
• To help direct and be involved in the recruitment of student-athletes and to ensure that recruitment practices are consistent with all NCAA, PSAC, and Mansfield regulations.
• To plan and/or participate in fundraising activities associated with the sport of Track & Field.
• To assume responsibility for appropriate administrative tasks such as equipment inventory, travel arrangements and game management.
• Chart/report countable related athletic activities (CARA).
• Work with NCAA Clearinghouse to track student-athlete eligibility.
• Track recruiting with the Compliance Assistant Internet program.
• To assume other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

Decision Making

Must be adept at problem-solving; both in long-range situations and immediate "game-time" situations.

Will refer all decisions to the Head Coach for implementation.

Fiscal Responsibility

Develops and monitors operating budget in cooperation with the Head Coach. Is responsible for helping the Head Coach with fundraising efforts and Alumni engagement activities. Stays within a budget for all recruiting trips and team related travel.

Supervisory Responsibility

Will provide some supervision to student managers and student employees as well as student-athletes by adhering to position responsibilities and team rules.

Minimum Requirements Profile

Previous Track & Field participation or coaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and previous collegiate Track & Field coaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must be able to demonstrate an ability to be engaged in all aspects of a Division II Track & Field program; must be able to work independently at times; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; demonstrated commitment to academic and athletic excellence; must have a general understanding of NCAA Division II rules and regulations and be committed to their implementation and observance. Candidates must be committed to a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship both on and off the field and must also demonstrate a commitment to diversity. Demonstration, through past accomplishments and behaviors, of the ability to support Mansfield University's principles and values of Character, Scholarship, Culture, Service () and the University's strong student-centered vision and mission is required. Other conditions of employment include verification of all earned degrees through the receipt of original transcripts, acceptable background clearance check reports, authorization to be employed in the United States or the ability to obtain prior to commencement of employment, and positive references. Must also possess a valid driver's license and have certification in CPR and First Aid within six months of the commencement of employment and must maintain certification during employment.

Essential Functions

Working alone - 30%; working in groups - 60%
Sitting - 33.3%; Walking - 33.3%; Standing - 33.3%
Working indoors - 20% and outdoors - 80%
Frequent lifting of objects weighing less than 10 pounds
Occasional lifting of objects weighing 50 pounds or greater
Occasional pushing/pulling objects weighing 25 pounds or greater
Frequent reaching for objects at, above, and below the shoulder
Frequent twisting at waist, and stretching to reach objects
Occasional fine manipulation with hands
Frequent simple grasping; occasional power grasping
Basic Math skill (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Reading skills including understanding written direction
Writing skills in preparing and organizing documents
Sensory skills (ie; visual, hearing, and speaking)
Keyboard skills

Open Date mm-dd-yyyy
01/02/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, applications must be received by March 1, 2026.
Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.

Title IX/Clery

The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, [email protected] or [email protected] ), to coordinate the University's compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University's compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. For information on the University's crime statistics, which is available in a publication called "Annual Security Report", please contact Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg Police at 570-389-2211, Commonwealth University - Mansfield Police at 570-662-4900, or Commonwealth University - Lock Haven Police at 570-484-2278 or by accessing the following website: . Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East - Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.

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