Assistant Coach, Cross Country, Track & Field (Part-time)

Job Description:
Who We Are
Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling a grace-filled community. The Department of Athletics competes as a member of NCAA Division II and the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC), cultivating excellence in athletics while prioritizing spiritual and personal formation.
What’s our need?
Seattle Pacific University is seeking an enthusiastic and mission-aligned part-time Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field. This position supports all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division II program and plays a key role in student-athlete development—on the track, in the classroom, and in life.
The part-time Assistant Coach for Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field supports Seattle Pacific University’s mission by contributing to a Christ‑centered learning and working community committed to academic excellence, service, and engagement with the world. In this role, the employee brings their skills, gifts, and professional expertise to work that matters—serving students, colleagues, and the broader University community in ways that reflect SPU’s values and purpose. To that end, all University employees are required to be aligned with and supportive of SPU's Statement of Faith and its derivative policies and lifestyle expectations.
What will you do?
As Assistant Coach, you will:
Partner with the Head Coach to lead a quality Track & Field and Cross Country program that supports SPU’s mission and competes at a high level within NCAA Division II.
Assist with daily coaching duties, including running team practices, facilitating individual workouts, teaching strategy and technique, and promoting student-athlete safety and wellbeing.
Play a central role in recruiting student-athletes who demonstrate strong academic potential, athletic skill, and a commitment to SPU’s Christian identity.
Support student-athletes’ academic success and progress toward graduation through mentoring and accountability.
Coordinate travel arrangements, assist with purchasing equipment, and manage compliance-related documentation (e.g., practice logs, grade checks, official visits).
Create and analyze scouting reports and video breakdowns to support skill development and competitive readiness.
Serve as Director of Falcon Running Camp, overseeing camp planning, coaching, and educational components.
Participate in broader university life through spiritual and social engagement with student-athletes and by attending campus events.
Evening and weekend work and travel are required.
What will you bring?
We’re looking for someone with:
A Bachelor’s degree.
Experience coaching Cross Country and/or Track & Field at the high school, collegiate, or club level.
A maturing and contagious Christian faith, enthusiasm for supporting SPU's mission, alignment with the University's Statement of Faith; and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community.
Strong organizational and relational skills, with the ability to plan practices, travel, and team events effectively.
A heart for mentoring student-athletes in their academic, athletic, and spiritual growth.
This category of employment recognizes the unique demands and unusual schedule of coaching an intercollegiate sport. Employees in this category will work an irregular, seasonal schedule with understanding and agreement that during the applicable sports season and certain off-season training periods and/or high-demand recruiting periods the demands may exceed a 19-hour workweek. It is also understood and agreed that during less demanding periods the employee may fulfill the position's responsibilities by working less than 19 hours per week. It is also understood and agreed that there will be designated 3 months during which the employee will be available with reasonable notice for meetings and/or electronic consultation but will otherwise not be scheduled for regular work activities. During this this period, employees in this category will be permitted to accept additional compensated employment either from SPU or outside entities.
Compensation for 2026-27: full 9 month part-time appointment , October through May, $15,000.
Additional Information:
How to Apply
Please complete the online application through Workday and be prepared to submit:
· Resume
· Cover Letter
We look forward to hearing how your unique talents and giftings make you a great fit for this role and how you can contribute to the mission of SPU!