Assistant Coach Jobs in Arizona

INTRODUCTION

The University of Arizona invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Track and Field. The position reports to the Director, Men's and Women's Track and Field and Cross Country and acts within the rules and regulations of the University, Conference, and NCAA.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and travel for competition and recruiting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee design and implementation of training programs for all Horizontal Jumps and Multi events that focus on individual and team performance improvement.
• Recruit highly talented student-athletes to ensure a competitive roster.
• Foster a positive team culture that promotes sportsmanship, academic excellence, and personal growth.
• Complete Administrative duties as assigned (e.g., working with the business office to submit paperwork and travel requests in a timely manner).
• Assist in day-to-day operations, which may include preparing for practices and competitions.
• Oversee team and individual practices.
• Assist in all areas of the track and field program.
• Assist with all home meet management operations, including Cross Country.
• Budget accountability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Dedication and motivation to initiate, lead and support value-added projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and has a positive demeanor.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities and successfully manage multiple priority projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive interpersonal relations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels and project a positive, professional attitude.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations pertaining to track and field programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Playing or coaching experience at the Division I level.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel, as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree.

LOCATION

Location: Tucson Campus
Address 1: National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

COMPENSATION

• Rate of Pay: $36,000
• Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)

WORK SCHEDULE

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40 + nights and weekends
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Athletics
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

Andrew Dubs
Head Coach/ Director of Track & Field and Cross Country
andrewdubs@arizona.edu

OPEN DATE

Open Date: 6/22/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes

DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY

Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT

Please submit Resume, Cover Letter, and the answers to the following questions as the Additional Document. Thank You.

1. Describe your knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Big 12 rules and regulations relating to academics, satisfactory progress, and eligibility.

2. Please list below any experience you have had since 2015 with high school or college student-athletes. This includes working or volunteering in any capacity with a high school, AAU, sports club, junior college or 4-year institution student-athlete, athletics team or department.

3. Applicants for this position are subject to the following NCAA Bylaws 11.4.2, 11.4.2.1, 11.4.2.2, 11.4.3, 11.4.3.1, 11.4.3.2, 11.4.4, 11.4.4.1, and 11.4.4.2. You may be asked about these Bylaws in an interview, and you may be asked to sign a future affirmation confirming the same prior to or upon your employment by The University of Arizona, if you are selected for employment. Do you understand that by submitting your application for employment, you are affirming that you have read these Bylaws, and that such Bylaws would not preclude your employment by The University of Arizona?

4. Are you the parent, coach, relative or guardian of a prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade or 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college student) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football or have any other type of association with any prospective student-athlete in the sports of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If yes, please explain.

5. Is your potential employment within the athletic department conditioned upon the enrollment of any prospective student-athlete (i.e., student in 9-12 grade, 7–12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sport of men’s basketball, women’s basketball or football? If Yes, please explain.

6. Do you understand that failure to disclose any information related to your affiliation with a prospective student-athlete (student in 9-12 grade, 7-12 grade for men’s basketball or junior college) in the sports of football, men’s basketball, or women’s basketball might render your application ineligible for consideration?

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.