The University of the Pacific is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Track & Field Coach with a proven track record in recruiting and developing student-athletes across multiple disciplines, with a primary focus on jumps, multi-events, and pole vault. This individual will play a pivotal role in recruiting both domestically and internationally and in elevating our competitive success in the West Coast Conference.

Essential Functions

Lead recruiting efforts for the track and field program, with emphasis on building a diverse, competitive, and academically strong roster.

Design and implement training programs for vertical jumps, multi-events, and pole vault, with the flexibility to support additional event groups as needed.

Identify and recruit high-potential student-athletes on a national and international scale.

Serve as a liaison between academic support staff and student-athletes, ensuring strong academic performance and retention.

Assist with team travel, operations, equipment management, and budgeting.

Support the coordination of home meets, fundraising efforts, and alumni engagement.

Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that emphasizes growth, accountability, and excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years collegiate coaching experience, with significant experience in recruiting and coaching jumps and multi-events.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting nationally and internationally across multiple event groups.
• Proven development of All-Americans, NCAA Regional Qualifiers, and school record holders.
• USATF Level Two Certification (Throws) and Level One Certification preferred.
• CPR/AED certification (current).

About University of the Pacific

University of the Pacific is a mission-driven organization, focused on creating the next generation of leaders in a wide array of disciplines through student-centered teaching and research that blends learning in classrooms, laboratories and studios with real-world experiences partnering with organizations across northern California. No matter the job, every employee at Pacific is part of contributing to the mission of California’s first university, which ranks in the Top 20 in the West and Top 100 in the U.S. Pacific has three unique campuses across northern California. The largest campus is found in Stockton in the heart of the Central Valley. The 175-acre campus is regularly ranked as one of the most beautiful college campuses in America. The 17-sport NCAA Division I athletics program competes primarily in the West Coast Conference. Its fan-friendly facilities welcome the community to enjoy athletics events. The student-athletes compete in the classroom, as well as on the field, creating champions in athletics, in academic and in the community.

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