Assistant Track

California Lutheran University; Thousand Oaks (CA); In loco; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Part-time

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California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks seeks an Assistant Track & Field Coach I to support the program under the Head Coach. You will assist in coaching during practices and meets, help develop workouts, and contribute to game plans and film review.

The role requires NCAA/SCIAC knowledge, commitment to student-athlete development, and flexible hours including evenings and weekends. This is a 0.6 FTE, on-site staff role within a Division III athletics environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field and one year coaching at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and SCIAC/Division III athletics.
• Ability to recruit and mentor student-athletes while upholding university standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Mansioni

• Assist Head Coach with coaching during practices and meets.
• Help develop practice and game plans and review film as needed.
• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.
• Assist with camps, compliance, and student-athlete development activities.

Conoscenze

Coaching

Recruitment

Communication

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field

One year collegiate coaching experience

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Assistant Track & Field Coach I

Position Category: Staff (Non-Exempt)

FLSA: Non-exempt

FTE: 0.6

Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background:

The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leadersfor a global society who are strong in character and judgment,confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to serviceand justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, theuniversity has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate andgraduate students who come from across the nation and around theworld from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As afederally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran islooking for candidates with a dedication to and success in workingin diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusivelearning and work environment that values individual differencesand respects each person's dignity.

Basic Function:

Reporting to the Head Coach, the position is responsible forperforming assistant coaching duties and assisting the Head Coachin skills instruction in the sport program in adherence to thepolicies, rules, and regulations of the University, NationalCollegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and Southern CaliforniaIntercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC).

Representative Duties:

Serves as an assistant coach for the program; assists in coachingduring athletic events; coaches scheduled practice and workoutsessions; assists in the development of practice and game plans;coaches team members, individually and in groups; demonstrates gametechniques; performs film review, analysis, and exchange; performsother assistant coaching duties as assigned. ERecruits academicallyand athletically qualified student-athletes to meet theUniversity's admission standards and enrollment goals. E
Ensures compliance with University, NCAA, and SCIAC obligations;maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicableUniversity, NCAA, and SCIAC rules and regulations; briefsstudent-athletes and monitors adherence to rules and regulations.EAssists with California Lutheran University's sports camps,including (but not limited to) coaching and coordinating. E
Provides general counsel, guidance, and inspiration to studentsregarding their overall success; promotes good sportsmanship.E
Performs other duties as assigned.E=Essential duties

Knowledge Of:

• University, NCAA, and SCIAC rules and regulations
• Compliance within NCAA Division III intercollegiate athleticsadministration
• Coaching theory and techniques; technical and tactical coachingof a position area
• Effective promotion of good sportsmanship, academic excellence,positive attitudes, and character.
• The care and prevention of athletic injuries, basic sportsinjury first aid, and emergency procedures.
• Principles of sports leadership and training.
• Film analysis techniques; video editing techniques for filmexchange.
• Basic liability and risk management issues.

Ability To:

• Scout and recruit quality student-athletes.
• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with University,NCAA, and SCIAC rules and regulations.
• Objectively evaluate physical skills in physical potential andmental capability for intercollegiate athletics.
• Effectively teach fundamentals, skills, regulations, positiondetails, and sport strategies during preparation and practicesessions.
• Provide effective leadership to student-athletes to encourageboth successful academic development and competitiveperformance.
• Work within a team-oriented philosophy.
• Lift moderately heavy equipment and materials.
• Provide a safe environment for students, athletes, visitors,and other constituents.
• Analyze situations and adopt an effective course ofaction.
• Work independently, prioritize, schedule, and completework.
• Communicate effectively, in oral and written forms.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents,guardians, colleagues, administrators, booster groups, foundations,and community organizations.
• Maintain files accurately, on paper, and in softwareprograms.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Operate a personal computer and associated software
• Coordinate and work summer camps.
• Operate a vehicle to travel and conduct work.
• Work flexible hours with frequent evenings and weekends.
• Travel locally or nationally.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination equivalent to a bachelor's degree in exercisescience, kinesiology, sports management, or related field and oneyear of coaching at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

Division III coaching experience in the sport preferably with aworking knowledge of NCAA rules compliance.A proven ability torecruit and retain quality student-athletes.Commitment to thevalues, standards, and expectations of NCAA Division III athleticsand a liberal arts university.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Valid California driver's license.
• Possess or ability to obtain a Class C driver's license,insurance coverage (if driving own vehicle), or be insurable.
• Possession of or ability to obtain CPR (cardiopulmonaryresuscitation), AED (automated external defibrillator), and FirstAid certifications within 90 days of employment.
• The ability to work flexible hours with frequent evenings andweekends is required.
• Travel is required.

Working Environment:

Working environment includes both indoors and outdoors; exposure tovarious weather conditions, including temperature extremes; Indoorwork environment may not be air-conditioned during hot weather;subject to vehicle operation to conduct work; travel is required;frequent weekend and evening hours are required.

Hiring Range: $18-22

Posting Number: Staff005712022

Open Date: 10/20/2026

Close Date: 11/08/2026

California Lutheran University is committed to providing equalopportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race,religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physicaldisability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status,sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, genderidentity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicablelaw. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be deniedthe benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program,activity or facility of the University on the basis of thesefactors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and statelaws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University'spolicies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application processcan be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Pleasecontact the Human Resources Department for further information orto request an accommodation.