Cross​/Track & Field Coaching Assistant

Campus and Department Introduction

California State University San Marcos is a rapidly growing, diverse university located in North San Diego County, just 10 miles east of the Pacific coast and less than 40 miles north of downtown San Diego. CSUSM Athletics is a member of NCAA Division II and our cross country and track & field teams compete in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) conference.

1-year term for AY

Athletics

The Coaching Assistant (working title: Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field Coach) will assist the head coach in the day‑to‑day operations of our successful NCAA Division II cross country/track & field programs. Responsibilities include recruiting, practice and competition preparation, scheduling, team travel organization, assisting with athletic scholarships, compliance with NCAA rules, and student‑athlete welfare. The assistant coach will foster academic success through student‑athlete retention and graduation.

• A bachelor’s degree
• Three seasons of cross country and/or track & field coaching experience
• No NCAA major violations
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to maintain or obtain a California Driver’s License and campus defensive driving certification
• Ability to maintain or obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification
• Eligibility to work in California per CSU’s Out‑of‑State Employment Policy

• A master’s degree
• USATF and/or USTFCCCA coaching certifications
• Knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations
• Intercultural competence and commitment to serving the campus community

This part‑time, 0.50 FTE, 12‑month exempt position is benefits eligible. Salary commensurate with degree level and experience, anticipated hiring range: $6,288 – $7,658 per full‑time month, based on CSU classification salary range for Coaching Assistant (12 mo).

To Apply, please submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Related resume
• Contact information for three current references
• Letter of interest

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on July 22, 2026.

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

The person holding this position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and criminal record checks. Background check requirements and release forms will be administered as part of the hiring process. Applicants must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions related to sexual harassment within the last seven years only after meeting minimum qualifications.

CSUSM is a Hispanic Serving Institution and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. For more information, visit Faculty Opportunities.