Assistant Track and Field Coach

EXPIRED

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S155

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S155

Classification Title

N/A

Working Title

Assistant Track and Field Coach

Department

Athletics Coaches/Staff - BU

Home Campus

Bloomsburg

Bargaining Unit

APSCUF-Coach

Work Location

Position Type

Coach

Temporary/ Permanent

Permanent

Full-time/ Part-time

Full-Time

If Part-time, specify percentage (Examples: 0.75; 0.50; 0.25)

Benefits

The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:

Medical and prescription drug benefits.

Generous retirement plans, two options:

Alternative Retirement Plan (

ARP

)

State Employees’ Retirement System (

SERS

)

Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.

Paid time off.

Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.

Employer-paid life insurance.

Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

*Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit.

Visit: http://www.passhe.edu/inside/... for additional information regarding benefits.

To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.

Start Time

8:00

End Time

4:30

Hours Per Week

Other

Days Worked (Check all that apply)

Varies

Salary

per the CBA

Anticipated Start Date

July 15, 2024

Anticipated End Date

N/A

Position Summary Information

| Position Purpose |
Bloomsburg Athletics is seeking an assistant track and field/cross country coach who possesses the coaching expertise and organizational skills needed to coordinate, oversee, and organize all aspects of the program.

The position is responsible for recruitment and retention of qualified track and field/cross country student-athletes with a commitment to academic success, retention, possess the ability to relate to student-athletes, compliance with NCAA rules, PSAC, and Bloomsburg policies and regulations, scheduling, CPR certification, practice and game planning, training, fundraising, community engagement, camps and clinics, and other duties as assigned by the Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach and the Director of Athletics.

The candidate should possess the coaching expertise and organizational skills needed to work with all aspects of a successful NCAA Division II track/cross country program. | | Description of Duties |
Bloomsburg Athletics is seeking an assistant track and field/cross country coach who possesses the coaching expertise and organizational skills needed to coordinate, oversee, and organize all aspects of the program.

Full-time, 12-month position which requires the organization and supervision of all aspects of an academically strong and athletically competitive track/cross country program, including: recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success, ability to relate to student-athletes, compliance with NCAA Division II rules, Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC), and Bloomsburg policies and regulations, scheduling, practice and game planning, fitness, camps and clinics, and other duties as assigned by the Head Track and Field/Cross Country Coach and the Director of Athletics.

Position will work with the Head Coach on fundraising efforts and Alumni and Community engagement activities that benefit the program, the Department of Athletics, and Bloomsburg.

This position is part of the NCAA Division II Coaching Enhancement Grant program. | | Decision Making |
n/a | | Fiscal Responsibility |
n/a | | Supervisory Responsibility |
The position may oversee student workers. | | Minimum Requirements Profile |
- Bachelor’s degree is required. - Applicants must have a minimum of three years of coaching as a Head or Assistant Coach at the intercollegiate or high school level. - Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population is preferred. - Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. | | Preferred Qualifications |
Preference will be given to candidates who possess coaching expertise in the throwing events. | | Applicant Rating Criteria | | | Knowledge, Skills & Abilities |
A thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with the rules, regulations and policies of NCAA, PSAC, and other applicable affiliations is required. | | Essential Functions |
Ability to demonstrate and teach current skills and techniques required of athletes competing in the sport.
Ability to travel for the purpose of recruiting student-athletes and team competition. |

Posting Detail Information

| Open Date mm-dd-yyyy | 04/11/2024 | | Close Date mm-dd-yyyy | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled. Applications received by May 10, 2024 will be given full consideration.

Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process.

Completing this search is contingent upon available funding. | | Background Clearances |
Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment. | | Diversity Statement |
At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:
• Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.
• Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.
• Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals. | | Title IX/Clery |
The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.ed...), to coordinate the University’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University’s compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East – Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020. | | About Commonwealth University of PA |
The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.

We’re Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.

We’re Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions.

We’re Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond. | | Quick Link | https://commonwealthu.peopleadmin.com... |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest degree you have attained?

   • High School
   • Associate Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • ABD
   • Doctorate Degree

2. * Do you have a minimum of three years of coaching as a Head or Assistant Coach at the intercollegiate or high school level?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Are you a current employee of the Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania (Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, Mansfield)?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Career Site
   • PA CareerLink
   • LinkedIn
   • Indeed
   • HigherEdJobs
   • Local Newspaper
   • Technical School/College Job Board
   • Other