Assistant Track and Field/ Cross Country Coach

Position Title Assistant Track and Field/ Cross Country Coach Campus Cranford Department Athletics Employment Type Part Time Exempt Status Non-Exempt Contract Type Regular General Description As Assistant Coach, you are responsible for reporting to the Director of Athletics and working in conjunction with the head coach. 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 updating administration with every score and game highlight after each game, and keeping the NJCAA Coaches' Website pages up to date. Ensuring knowledge of and adherence to the athletic policies and protocols of UCNJ and the eligibility requirements and rules & regulations of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Attending the Athletic Orientation and Coaches Council meetings. Conducting yourself and the team in a manner that reflects a positive image for the team and UCNJ, both on and off the playing arena, and ensuring high moral integrity as representatives of UCNJ at all public appearances. Driving the team to and from road games in a safe manner, following school van policy. Notifying appropriate contacts if lost or late for a game, reporting of scores to the Director of Athletics, and submitting timely expense reports. Maintaining an active email address. Following medical guidelines for injured athletes per ATC/Team physician. Being present at all games and practices. Reading, acknowledging, signing, and following the NJCAA Coaching Principles, Coaching Creed, and the NJCAA Coaching Excellence Contract. Encouraging athletes to attend select athletic events in support of other teams. Performing other functions in connection with the 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 sedentary indoor work and physical activity on the field in 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, and exposure to natural atmospheric conditions such as sun, rain, wind, and dust. Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and/or drag approximately 50 pounds. Travel required. Salary $6,000 stipend for both Track & Field and Cross Country. EEO Statement 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. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits. Other benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non‑credit courses at UCNJ, 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 evenings, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.