Assistant Cross-Country Coach (Part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Cross-Country Coach (Part-time)

About Saint Elizabeth University:

Saint Elizabeth University (SEU), located in Morris County, New Jersey, offers convenient access to major highways including Routes 287, 280, 80, 10, and 24, as well as the nearby Convent Station train station. Established in 1899 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, the University is situated on 150 scenic acres of rolling hills and wooded landscapes. Rooted in the Catholic liberal arts tradition, SEU provides a high-quality education that serves students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and cultures, fostering both academic excellence and personal growth.

SEU Mission & Commitment:

SEU is devoted to providing educational and career training opportunities to traditionally underserved communities and is characterized by small class sizes and a highly communal student-centered culture emphasizing individualized attention. SEU is a federally designated Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution. Our traditional undergraduate population is 38 percent Black, and our total enrollment is 30 percent Hispanic, while 47 percent of our students are first-generation college students. In addition, 76 percent of our first-time freshmen are low-income students eligible for federal Pell funding; many come to us with unique challenges related to their financial, social, academic, mental, and physical health. Saint Elizabeth University seeks to foster and maintain a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. SEU has long preserved its legacy of providing quality education and access for underserved populations, particularly in fields and career paths traditionally beyond the reach of marginalized and often disenfranchised communities. In our traditional co-educational undergraduate enrollment today, women outnumber men two-to-one. SEU has a long legacy of educating women who thrive in STEM and healthcare professions and continues to produce diverse women and men as leaders equipped with a deeper appreciation of inclusion in its various forms. We strive to ensure that all graduates realize their potential through hard work and an exceptional education that is unimpeded by irrational self-doubt or societal biases.

Assistant Cross-Country Coach (Part-time)

Saint Elizabeth University is seeking a qualified, energetic, and team-oriented part-time Assistant Coach for the Men’s and Women’s Cross-Country programs. The Assistant Coach will support the Head Coach in the planning and execution of all team activities and ensure the program aligns with the University’s mission and values. In addition, this position is responsible for assisting the recruitment of prospective student-athletes and retention of current team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes and retention of current student-athletes.

2. Support the academic progress of student-athletes, monitoring eligibility, class attendance, and GPA.

3. Attend and assist in all practices, team meetings, competitions, and travel, unless excused by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.

4. Aid in the physical and mental well-being of student-athletes, promoting a safe and inclusive team culture.

5. Help teach, mentor, and develop team members in sport-specific skills, strategy, and leadership.

6. Uphold and enforce compliance with:

• NCAA Division III rules and regulations,
• Atlantic East Conference policies,
• Saint Elizabeth University standards and procedures
• Guidance provided by the Athletic Training and Compliance departments.

7. Must pass the NCAA Division III recruiting test administered annually by the SEU Compliance Office before engaging in any recruiting activities.

8. Must complete required NCAA and university training, including Title IX, FERPA, concussion management, and harassment prevention.

9. Assist with fundraising events, alumni engagement, and community service initiatives.

10. Support game day operations and ensure proper care, inventory, and maintenance of team equipment and uniforms.

11. Maintain clear communication and professionalism with student-athletes, staff, administrators, and campus partners.

12. Serve as a role model of leadership, accountability, and sportsmanship.

13. Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Administration.

Salary Range: $3000 -$5000 for the contract

Some evening and weekend work required

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and previous, successful coaching and recruiting experience at the collegiate level preferred. Frequent travel is also required (including nights and weekends).

The successful candidate must also possess:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
• Recruiting experience,
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations
• CPR/AED Certification,
• First Aid Certification, and a
• Valid Driver’s License

Why Choose Saint Elizabeth University?

Saint Elizabeth University offers a positive work environment, dedicated leadership, faculty, and staff who are committed to excellence, and an attractive benefits and compensation package.

How to Apply

• Applications should consist of a cover letter, resume, and three professional references with email addresses and/or telephone numbers.
• Saint Elizabeth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
• Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Saint Elizabeth University is a designated minority serving undergraduate institution.

EEO/AA Statement:

Saint Elizabeth University is committed to fostering a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and a strong sense of belonging. Our collective success is driven by the open and respectful exchange of ideas—an exchange that is enriched by the diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We believe that this environment thrives when all individuals feel welcomed, safe, secure, and heard.

In support of this commitment, Saint Elizabeth University provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any information collected for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) or Affirmative Action reporting purposes will be used solely in compliance with applicable regulations. Providing this information is voluntary and will not affect an applicant’s opportunity for employment or the terms and conditions of employment.