Part Time – Cross Country – Assistant Coach Contract

Job Number: REQ_0000062553

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Fayette is seeking candidates for a Part-Time Assistant Cross Country Coach.

Job Duties

• Assisting the Head Coach with day-to-day operations.
• Coaching and conditioning of student-athletes.
• Practice and game preparation.
• Team travel.

The Assistant Coach will be responsible for understanding and maintaining compliance with USCAA and PSUAC rules and regulations.

Requirements and Qualifications

• The successful candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of the sport and the ability to communicate well with team players.
• Employment with the University for this job will require the operation of a motor vehicle as a part of the job duties. A valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Employment with the University for this job will require successful completion of the Pennsylvania (PA) Publicly Available Clearances: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and the FBI Criminal History Background Check.

• May require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.

Interested candidates should complete the online application and upload a cover letter and resume.

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