Assistant Coach, Cross Country & Track and Field

Posting Date

05/06/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

05/18/2026

Advertised Salary

39,287

Duration of the Term

10 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

8am-5pm M-F

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Faculty Status

No

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state’s second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Contact Information

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

| Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. | Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication |

Protective Clothing/Equipment

| Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. | | | If other protection is used please identify | |

Physical Requirements

| Please designate the physical requirements of this position | Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating), Crawling, Crouching, Lifting heavy | | Describe any of the conditions selected | |

Sensory Requirements

| Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. | Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Speaking |

Working Conditions & Exposures

| Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. | Changes of Temperature, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Working Around Machinery, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in narrow aisles/passageways | | Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above | |

Working Environment

| Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. | Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Outdoors Environment, Classroom Environment, Office Environment | | If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided. | |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Where did you hear about this position?
   • SDBOR Employment Site
   • BHSU Website
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • SD Department of Labor
   • Rapid City Journal
   • Black Hills Pioneer
   • Referral
   • Other

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Reference List

Optional Documents 1. Transcripts 2. Other

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