Assistant Track and Field Coach (Part-Time)

Position Purpose

The Assistant Cross Country and Assistant Track and Field Coach supports the educational mission of Aurora University by providing leadership, organization, and administration of all aspects of the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track programs.

Responsibilities

• Schedules varsity and junior varsity competitions
• Develops and manages the program’s operating budget
• Covers team travel
• Oversight of day-to-day program operations

Core Competencies

• Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve
• Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University
• Upholds the Mission Statement: Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning
• Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned, including voluntary participation in university committees, activities and events

Essential Job Functions

• Manages and administers all aspects of the Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track programs
• Recruits and retains quality student-athletes
• Assists student-athletes and their parents in understanding the educational programs and opportunities at Aurora University as well as the opportunities in the athletic program
• Maintains self-control and poise; provides an example of sportsmanlike conduct for team members, officials, opponents and spectators
• Attends athletic department meetings and university community meetings and functions
• Supports the Head Cross Country and Track and Field Coaches by carrying out assigned responsibilities

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required

Skills

• Organizational skills and understanding of compliance standards and regulations
• Experience supervising staff
• Excellent verbal and written skills required
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a wide range of constituents: student-athletes, parents, coaches, media, alumni, administrators, support staff, campus community and the community at-large
• Ability to set and achieve or exceed goals and meet deadlines, strong strategic thinking and problem solving abilities
• General computer knowledge
• Strong knowledge of athletics

Physical Requirements

• Ability to interact verbally in person, over telephone and via written and electronic media
• Ability to move about campus and other locations
• Evening and weekend availability is required
• Flexibility with an evolving work environment important

Work Hours

• Expected equivalent of 15 hours per week, but days/hours may vary as needed
• The position is scheduled for 15 hours per week from August 15, 2026, through November 21, 2026, and 15 hours per week from January 11, 2027, through May 15, 2027
• Hybrid or work from home employment will be considered if candidate can demonstrate ability to fulfill this role effectively off-site

Special Requirements

• A valid driver's license and driving record which meets institutional requirements is required
• Requires travel between campus locations or to attend off-site meetings

Compensation and Benefits

• The compensation for this position is a $10,000 stipend
• The pay range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted amount the university reasonably expects to pay for this position
• The final pay rate will not be below the lowest pay rate listed herein
• Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is not eligible for benefits.