Assistant Track and Field/ Cross Country Coach

Job Announcement Position Title: Assistant Track and Field / Cross Country Coach Campus: Cranford Department: Athletics Employment Type: Part Time Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Employment Nature: Regular General Description As Assistant Coach, you are responsible for reporting to the Director of Athletics and working in conjunction with the head coach. Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities Recruiting and maintaining the appropriate number of student athletes. Fostering an environment that supports and encourages each student‑athlete to graduate in a timely fashion. Maintaining a competitive won/loss record of at least .500 in your division and qualifying the team for the Region XIX Tournament. Developing and maintaining the skill, discipline and integrity of the team during games and practice through effective coaching. Statistical reporting and public relations including, but not limited to, updating administration with every score and game highlight after each game, and keeping NJCAA Coaches' Website pages up to date. You are charged with the knowledge of and shall adhere to the athletic policies and protocol of UCNJ and the eligibility requirements and rules and regulations of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Attending the Athletic Orientation and Coaches Council meetings. Conducting yourself and the team in such a manner as to reflect a positive image for the team and UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ (UCNJ), both on and off the playing arena. Driving the team to and from road games in a safe manner. Ensuring coaches are able to serve as backups, following school van policy. The Assistant Coach may be responsible for notifying appropriate contacts if lost or late for a game, reporting scores to the Director of Athletics, submitting timely expense reports. Established and maintain an active e‑mail address. Follow medical guidelines for injured athletes per ATC/Team physician. Assistant Coach must be present at all games and practices. Assistant Coach must read, acknowledge, sign, and follow the NJCAA Coaching Principles, Coaching Creed, and the NJCAA Coaching Excellence Contract. Must encourage athletes to attend select athletic events in support of other teams. Performing such other functions in connection with your position as may be assigned by the Director of Athletics. Education Requirements Associate degree required. Experience Three (3) years' experience in coaching preferred at the college level. Playing experience required. Competencies and Skills Required Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Physical Demands and Work Environment Position involves both inside sedentary work and physical activity outside on the field during coaching and training situations with student athletes. Involves strenuous exercise of muscles used in stooping, bending, running, throwing, pitching, and batting. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors in conditions including loud and constant noise. There is exposure to natural atmospheric conditions such as sun, rain, wind, and dust. Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and/or drag approximately 50 pounds. Travel is required. Salary $6,000 stipend for both Track & Field and CC. Additional Information UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs. UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled. Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or re‑assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten‑week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non‑credit courses at UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university. Terms of Employment Seasonal employment, per individual contract. Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours will be required. Ability and willingness to travel on short notice to all on‑ and off‑campus sites as needed by the college. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies. Posting Detail Information Open Date: 03/18/2026 Open Until Filled: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr