Assistant Track & Field Coach

Assistant Track & Field Coach
(Coaching Assistant)

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring Salary: $6288/month

• This is a full-time temporary non-exempt position.
• Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions depending upon University needs and operations may be eligible for remote work one day per week pursuant to Fresno States remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical dental and vision plans membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) sick and vacation time and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Under direction of the Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach the incumbent will be responsible to recruit quality student-athletes (with an emphasis in distance jumps throws and sprints events) within the guidelines of the Code of Recruitment as required by the Head Coach; coach student-athletes in practice and competition; monitor the conditioning and training of the student-athletes; teach and develop sport specific skills and coaching strategies to enhance the athletic performance of student-athletes; assist in the success of team performance and eligibility criteria; organize and direct local regional and/or national meets as required; conduct summer camps and track/field clinics; enforce written team rules and expectations including while traveling and on and off campus conduct; comply with NCAA Conference and University rules and policies; assist in the monitoring and maintenance of academic progress and eligibility of team members and in the coordination of team travel as needed; if applicable prepare data and reports as necessary in support of NCAA Conference and University rules compliance; assist in the promotion of fund raising activities; assist in Title IX and diversity outreach.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and policies
• Strong communication and motivation skills
• Coaching philosophy and teaching concepts must be compatible with those of the Head Coach
• Ability to work cooperatively with coaches staff faculty students and members of the community
• Commitment to academic integrity and compliance with University conference and NCAA regulations

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year institution
• Minimum of two years coaching experience at D-I D-II or JC Level within Track & Field and Cross Country

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by October 1 2025 will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click Apply Now to complete the employment application for California State University Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The Universitys mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25000 including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state nation and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno with a multi-ethnic population of over 527000 is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks San Francisco Los Angeles the Monterey Peninsula beaches sailing lakes and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination harassment and retaliationon the basis of a protected status: race color religion national origin ancestry age sex (including gender identity) sexual orientation marital status pregnancy mental disability physical disability medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno States commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment hiring and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per theCSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a designated position under the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)