Kinesiology (Men's Cross Country/Track and Field Head Coach) Assistant Professor

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

This position is currently 100% instructional but may result in a Coordinator/Instructional split assignment. The proportion of duties assigned to coordination and instruction shall be determined by student, department, and program needs, and may range from 0% to 100% for either function.

• Instructor/Coach
• Conduct the Cross Country/Track program under the rules and regulations of the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA), National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the National Collegiate Association of Athletics (NCAA).
• Recruit and train student athletes.
• Assist with the monitoring of team's student-athlete academic progress and eligibility.
• Prepare team budgets and coordinate team travel and fundraising.
• Assist with selecting and supervising assistant coaches.
• Serve as lead instructor on courses as assigned. Assistant
• Athletic Coordinator - 0% - 100% of the assignment may include:
• Conduct eligibility meetings.
• Work closely with the Admissions & Records Office to accurately complete the eligibility process.
• Verify accuracy and sign Eligibility Tracer Requests for new recruits and ARC transfers.
• Serve as a liaison to the Dusty Baker Center staff to ensure that student education plan progress and other eligibility compliance and educational needs are being appropriately communicated to the Athletics staff and appropriate coaches.
• Assist with the organization and coordination of game management activities
• Maintain knowledge of the CCCAA and Big 8 Conference rules and regulations for sport competitions.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusion
• Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competence
• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of their position
• Regard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time, and energy

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• SPORT 320 - Cross Country, Intercollegiate-Men
• SPORT 390 - Track and Field, Intercollegiate-Men
• SPORT 328 - Off-Season Conditioning for Cross Country
• SPORT 396 - Off Season Conditioning for Track and Field

• ARC Programs and Majors

1. Master's degree in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education

   OR

   Bachelor's degree in any of the above

   AND

   Master's degree in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy

   OR the equivalent*.

2. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20, 2026.
3. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Before You Apply:
Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

1. Los Rios Community College District Application

2. Letter of Interest

3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae

4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)

5. Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)

6. Supplemental Questionnaire Document (see supplemental question section of application)

• Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
• If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
  • Example: If a master's in Psychology is required but the transcript lists Counseling Psychology and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.
• Previously granted equivalencies must be attached for verification. Email hr-recruitment@losrios.edu for a replacement copy.

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institutions or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• Transcripts must clearly identify the degree(s) being used to meet the Minimum Qualifications.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelor's and a master's), transcripts for each degree must be included.
• Transcripts must show the degree title and indicate whether each degree is completed or in progress.
• If the degree is in progress, the application must state, the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.

• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating "see resume" will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.