Assistant Track and Field Coach

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah State University is seeking an Assistant Track & Field Coach for a temporary term from October 1, 2026 to December 11, 2026. The role involves assisting the head coach with recruiting, competition preparation, and coordinating with academic services to monitor student-athlete progress.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree, proven track & field knowledge, recruiting experience, and familiarity with NCAA rules and the recruiting exam.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience demonstrating knowledge of track & field techniques and strategies.
• Successful recruiting experience and knowledge of NCAA rules.
• Must pass NCAA recruiting test upon hiring, or already passed for upcoming year.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in identifying and recruiting qualified student-athletes.
• Assist head coach in preparing student-athletes for competition.
• Coordinate with academic services to monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
• Act as liaison to assigned athletic department and university entities.
• Other duties as assigned by head coach.
• Ensure NCAA rules compliance and recruiting exam readiness.

Skills

Track & field knowledge

Recruiting

NCAA rules

NCAA recruiting test

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

Utah State University is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Track & Field Coach. This is a temporary position starting October 1, 2026 through December 11, 2026.

Overview

Utah State University is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Track & Field Coach. This is a temporary position starting October 1, 2026 through December 11, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in identifying and recruiting athletically and academically qualified student-athletes.
• Assist head coach in preparing student-athletes for competition.
• Demonstrate strong support for the academic mission of the university and NCAA by coordinating with academic services to monitor the academic progress of student-athletes.
• Act as a liaison to assigned athletic department and university entities.
• Other duties as assigned by head coach.

Responsibilities also include adherence to and promotion of NCAA rules and compliance to staff, student-athletes and representatives of athletics interest; successful completion of NCAA recruiting exam, team building, and community and public relations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience that demonstrates an excellent knowledge of the techniques and strategies of the sport of track & field
• Successful recruiting experience and have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Must pass the NCAA recruiting test upon hiring, or have already passed it for the upcoming year
• Must possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualification

• Experience as an assistant collegiate coach

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. This position requires moderate physical activity, including the handling of objects up to 25 pounds and/or standing or walking more than one hour per day.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated . We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

updated 07/2026

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1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

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updated 08/2026