Penn State University·Erie, Pennsylvania
The Assistant Coach will assist in planning practices, training sessions, and competitions while providing technical instruction and performance feedback to student-athletes. Additionally, the role involves recruiting prospective students, managing team logistics, and supporting program operations and fundraising initiatives.
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Minimum of 2 years coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Associate Degree Differs per sport; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None
This is an 11-month, 91.7% full-time equivalency (FTE) job. Month off is June. This is a full time position with Penn State benefits.
Please submit a cover letter and resume at the time of application.
Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Penn State Behrend’s athletic facilities are expanding and updating to keep pace with the growth and success of our intercollegiate athletics programs.
We have a lighted, artificial-turf field soccer and lacrosse complex, an eight-lane composite track with a separate area for field events in our track and field complex.
Our baseball and softball complex has two fields, each with irrigation, in-ground dugouts, bullpens, and batting cages.
Our Junker Center has three all-purpose courts, seating for 1,600, and eight-lane swimming pool, running track, jumping pits, aerobics room, and strength-training room.
Penn State Behrend also sits on the edge of Wintergreen Gorge, an 11,00-year-old chasm that’s a spectacular backdrop for a run or a hike.
Or head north instead; a six-mile paved trail connects campus to Erie’s downtown and lakefront.
On-campus sand volleyball courts and multiple intramural fields are available for all students to use.
Penn State Behrend, is an undergraduate and graduate college of The Pennsylvania State University.
Situated on a beautiful, wooded 854-acre hillside campus recognized as a U.S. arboretum, we have four academic schools (Business; Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; and, Science); student residential living; a range of research programs and outreach centers; and a highly successful business and technology park.
With 5,000 students in resident instruction and online in college programs offered through Penn State World Campus, we uniquely blend the atmosphere and focus on teaching of a small college with access to the academic, research, and professional development resources of a Big 10, R1 University.
Our college is an open laboratory of learning and discovery where students gain real-life experience engaging with business, industry, and community partners.
We seek faculty members who share our commitment to both teaching and scholarship, to the holistic development of students, and to principles of respect and inclusiveness.
Erie, Pennsylvania is a metropolitan area of more than a quarter million people located on the southern shores of Lake Erie, two hours from Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo.
The area’s economy reflects a mix of educational, medical, industrial, tourism, and service activity; the region is home to five colleges and universities in the region, including Penn State Behrend.
Northwestern Pennsylvania offers abundant cultural, sports, and recreational opportunities with four seasons of adventure.
Summers feature miles of beaches, a range of lake sports, and festivals every weekend, and the winters are made for skiing, skating, and more.
It’s easy to get around, housing is affordable, and the cost of living is modest.
Erie offers relaxed, comfortable living.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR).
The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.
The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level. An associate degree is the minimum educational requirement for this position.
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We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive.
We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
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Market context
Assistant coach roles in track and field and cross country in Pennsylvania are often competitive because programs look for candidates with coaching experience, sport-specific knowledge, and the ability to support athlete development across training and meet preparation. This Penn State Behrend position calls for at least 2 years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level, plus an associate degree; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and tailor your application to highlight collegiate coaching exposure and athlete support experience.