Assistant Coach, Track / Cross Country

Posting Information

Butler Community College is an equal opportunity employer

Posting Information

Position Title Assistant Coach, Track / Cross Country Job Duties

The Assistant Coach for Track & Cross Country will support the Head Coach and Coordinators in all aspects of the athletic program, including practice preparation, game-day operations, student-athlete development, and recruiting activities. This position plays a key role in fostering a positive and competitive environment that promotes the academic and athletic success of student-athletes.

Responsibilities include teaching and developing fundamental skills, techniques, and strategies as directed by the Head Coach, while providing instruction and mentorship to student-athletes. The Assistant Coach will assist with the issuance, collection, maintenance, and inventory of athletic equipment and help ensure the efficient operation of the program.

The Assistant Coach is expected to comply with all policies, procedures, and regulations established by the NJCAA and KJCCC and work closely with the Athletic Office to meet eligibility, compliance, and reporting requirements. This position will also assist the Head Coach in coordinating promotional activities, public relations events, and community engagement efforts through the Athletic Office.

In collaboration with Student Services, the Assistant Coach will help track and maintain required student-athlete information and support efforts related to academic progress and eligibility. The position requires maintaining regular office hours to provide accessibility and support to student-athletes while assisting with the daily administrative and operational functions of the athletic program.

Butler Community College offers a very generous benefits package. The benefits applicable to this position include:

• Generous employer contribution toward health/dental insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid LTD insurance
• KPERS retirement
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, professional and holidays - including time off during spring break and winter break)
• Butler tuition exemption (self and immediate family)
• Supplemental insurance coverages (employee paid)

Campus Locations El Dorado Nature of Position Full Time If Part Time, list Working Hours Salary (Commensurate with education and experience) Starting at $39,500 with credit for applicable experience into the grade. Open Date 07/08/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

Qualifications

The applicant may be requested to authorize the College to procure a consumer report(s) for employment purposes.

We regret that the College is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status.

Qualifications

Required knowledge and skills

Thorough knowledge of track and cross country.

Required experience

Previous experience as coach and/or player in track or cross country.

Required educational background

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Internal Job Posting

• Butler Community College website

• Personal Referral

• Online site

• Print advertisement

• Other

• What is the highest level of education attained?

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree

• PHD

• Do you possess previous experience as a coach and/or player in Track or Cross Country?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Document

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Reference Contact Information