Track & Field Head Coach (Adjunct) — Flexible, Part-Time

College of the Canyons; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 144,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Head coaching stipend

Job summary

College of the Canyons invites applications for the Physical Education / Kinesiology – Coaching (Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Head Coach) Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool. Positions are open continuously for future eligibility and may be filled at either Valencia or Canyon Country campuses.

Responsibilities include leading both programs, recruiting student‑athletes, planning practices, coordinating travel and budgets, and ensuring compliance.

Qualifications

• Adjunct credential in Coaching required or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor’s degree plus two years relevant experience, or an associate degree plus six years relevant experience.
• Experience in coaching collegiate track and field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for men’s and women’s track and field programs.
• Recruit, retain and develop student-athletes.
• Plan and conduct practices and competition preparation.
• Coordinate schedules, travel, equipment, budgets, and fundraising.
• Supervise and direct assistant coaches.
• Ensure compliance with 3C2A, WSC, and College rules.
• Promote student‑athlete academic success and transfer opportunities.
• Develop relationships with high schools and community programs.
• Collaborate with athletic trainers, counselors, and administration.
• Teach assigned Physical Education/Kinesiology courses as required.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Recruiting

Program development

Education

California Community College Instructor Credential in Coaching

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience

Associate degree + 6 years experience

Job description

College of the Canyons invites applications for the Physical Education / Kinesiology – Coaching (Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Head Coach) Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool. Positions are open continuously for future eligibility and may be filled at either Valencia or Canyon Country campuses.

Responsibilities include leading both programs, recruiting student‑athletes, planning practices, coordinating travel and budgets, and ensuring compliance.