Assistant Coach, Cross Country/Track & Field (part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

Summary: Queens University of Charlotte, an NCAA Division I affiliate that competes in the ASUN Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the position Assistant Coach for Cross Country/Track & Field . This is a part-time, 12-month position working 20 hours a week that reports to the Director of Cross Country and Track & Field.

This position is considered a Responsible Employee for purposes of the university’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. As such, this position is required to report any incident of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence to the university’s Title IX Coordinator when made aware of such.

Queens conducts confidential background investigations on candidates as part of the hiring process, including any past NCAA rules violations. According to the NCAA bylaws:

“Contractual agreements or appointments between a coach and an institution shall include the stipulation that a coach who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.”

This position is not exempt from provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is eligible to earn overtime pay or compensatory time off for additional hours worked. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Adhere to the highest standards of student-athlete welfare.
• Adhere to all NCAA, ASUN and University governing policies and procedures.
• Assist Director in day-to-day operations of the Cross Country/Track & Field program.
• Successfully identify and accurately assess the talent of the Cross Country/Track & Field athletes.
• Assist with recruiting and scouting within NCAA regulations and Queens’ academic admissions standards, including developing databases, call potential recruits, plan and organize recruiting trips, and accurately and timely complete all paperwork associated with those efforts.
• Prepare and present comprehensive, accurate and timely scouting reports.
• Effectively use various technologies (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook).
• Assist student-athletes with individual performance and provide leadership/direction for improvements.
• Assist with all aspects of game planning preparation, practice organization, and off-season training programs.
• Participate in alumni relations, fundraising activities, and other program communication and relationship-management as appropriate.
• Provide informal support to student athletes in academic and personal matters.
• Participate in and assist with Cross Country/Track & Field sport camps.
• Must be able and willing to regularly work evenings and weekends and travel for competitions and recruiting to achieve objectives of the position.

Non-Essential Duties

• Other duties may be assigned as needed to achieve department and university goals.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required

• Collegiate Cross Country/Track & Field and/or coaching experience and ability to transfer the knowledge and skills gained to student athletes.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I athletics program.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Successful proven experience with recruiting and scouting.
• Knowledge of ASUN conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proven track record of consistently modeling positive behaviors at all times.
• Strong follow‐up and follow‐through skills as well as ability to plan, organize and control projects through to completion.
• Proven ability to handle and maintain confidential information; familiarity with FERPA a plus.
• Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license, or ability to attain same by hire date.
• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in experience and education.

Application Process

Does this sound like a position of interest? Please submit the following items:

1. A cover letter addressing the position qualifications and experience
2. Current résumé
3. Salary requirements

Applications received by August 18 , 2026, will receive first consideration. Queens will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

About Queens University of Charlotte and Elon University

Located in the heart of one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions, Queens University of Charlotte has a long-standing commitment to academic excellence, student-centered learning, and global engagement — supported by dedicated international student services. At Elon University, global engagement is embedded in the core curriculum as a graduation requirement, making international student services integral to the university's educational mission.

As Queens and Elon University move toward a shared future, the institutions are building upon their respective strengths to create expanded opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. Drawing on the expertise of Queens' Pulliam Center for International Education and Elon's Isabella Cannon Global Education Center, this partnership is advancing an integrated vision for global education, international student support, and intercultural engagement that prepares students to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

Queens University of Charlotte is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity. Queens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin, disability, political beliefs, veteran status, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, employment and hiring policies, or other University-administered programs.

Nothing in this job description restricts the university’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; this description reflects the university’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; this job description is subject to change at any time.