About the Role
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
All applications must be submitted online.
Please include a Cover letter and Resume.
Further inquiries may be directed to the Search Chair, (insert name and either or both phone # or email, whichever is their preference).
Posting Details
Position Information
UNC Asheville Overview
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community.
In addition to award-winning faculty, UNCA has also ranked high in Research.com, US News & World Report and the Princeton Review in 2025.
Research.com – #8 in Best Colleges, #11 Most Affordable Colleges in NC, #16 Best Value Colleges in NC
US News & World Report – #9 in Top Public Schools
Princeton Reviews – #7 in Top 50 Guide to Green Schools
Employees of UNCA are provided with a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are group exercise classes, and free access to the campus recreation center for full time employees, vaccine shots are also offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
Position Type
EHRA Staff
Title
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Position Number
000453
Recruitment Range
$38,000-$40,000
Work Schedule and Hours
Flexible hours to include nights and weekends
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Months per Year
12 Months
Position Summary
The Athletics department at University of North Carolina Asheville is an integral part of the University committed to providing an exemplary NCAA Division I Athletics Program that creates an environment where student-athletes have high-impact learning experiences while pursuing academic, athletic and lifelong goals, and engages the University’s internal and external constituents and communities. Competing in the Big South Conference, UNC Asheville’s Athletics department strives to be nationally recognized for “Dreaming Bigger. Achieving More” by winning in the classroom, community, and competition. The goal in our athletic department is to follow our strategic plan and promote the following areas: competitive excellence, a holistic student-athlete experience, revenue growth and facilities, creating a culture of distinction, branding, and community engagement. Bulldog Athletics and its student-athletes, coaches, and staff represent the very best of UNC Asheville, and it is our belief that this strategic plan is the framework from which a successful NCAA Division I athletics program can thrive for years to come.
The Assistant Track and Field Coach (Sprints, Hurdles & Relays) is responsible for assisting the Director of Cross Country and Track and Field in the management, administration, and athlete instruction for all phases of a Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division I Track and Field program in a manner that aligns with the athletic department strategic plan.
FLSA
Exempt
Required Education/Experience/Skills
Bachelor’s degree.
One to three years of successful collegiate coaching or professional playing experience.
Proven experience working with and improving the performance of student athletes.
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge and adherence to compliance with University, Big South Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
A successful candidate will have collegiate track and field/cross country experience as an Assistant Coach and/or student-athlete, and a history of dedication to the academic and athletic development of student-athletes.
Ability to oversee and coach the horizontal jumps, vertical jumps, multi-events, sprints, hurdle events.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requires possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to manage and administer all phases of the men’s and women’s cross country and track Requires the ability to communicate effectively and to manage multiple tasks.
Posting Detail Information
Special Instructions to the Applicant
All applications must be submitted online.
Please include a Cover letter and Resume.
Further inquiries may be directed to the Search Chair, (insert name and either or both phone # or email, whichever is their preference).
Posting Number
E0571
Posting date
06/08/2026
Closing date
06/18/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Background/E-Verify
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Credential Verification
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
University Safety
The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online at UNCA Safety Report. For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancelor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at (828) 232-5658 or email [email protected] . The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents