Job Details

XC/Track & Field Senior Camp Counselor (Temporary)

Position Number: 7224490
Location: West Long Branch, NJ
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

XC/Track & Field Senior Camp Counselor (Temporary)

Job Category: Club Sports & Recreation
Requisition Number: GIRLS001352
Posted: June 09, 2026
Part Time
On-site
Rate: $16.50 USD per hour

Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ

Job Details Description
The Monmouth University Cross Country and Track & Field program is seeking energetic, knowledgeable, and responsible Camp Counselors for our XC/Track & Field Camp. This camp brings together athletes from across the region for a high-level training and educational experience led by collegiate coaches and student-athletes.

Camp counselors will play an important role in creating a positive, safe, and engaging environment for all campers while helping athletes improve their performance in cross country and track & field events.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Application Materials Required:
Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Duties and Responsibilities:

Coaching and supervising campers during daily training sessions, drills, and competitions
Teaching and demonstrating proper track & field and cross country techniques
Assisting athletes with event-specific instruction in areas such as distance running, middle distance, sprints, hurdles, jumps, throws, and relays
Providing training advice, encouragement, and mentorship to campers throughout the week
Monitoring athletes during workouts, meals, recreational activities.
Helping maintain a safe, organized, and energetic camp environment
Assisting with camp setup, attendance, transitions between activities, and daily operations
Serving as a positive role model for high school and middle school athletes
Communicating with camp directors regarding camper needs, injuries, or behavioral concerns

2026 Camp is scheduled for: July 27, 28, 29
Counselors are required to pass a background screening and complete mandatory compliance trainings.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree
Collegiate or high-level high school experience in cross country and/or track & field preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to work well with athletes of different ages and ability levels
Positive attitude, professionalism, and enthusiasm for coaching and mentoring young athletes

Preferred Qualifications:

Collegiate or high-level high school experience in cross country and/or track & field
Knowledge of training principles and event-specific technique instruction
Experience working camps, clinics, or youth sports programs
CPR/First Aid certification

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Barbara Santos at bsantos@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants:
Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.
Department:
Athletics

Total Weeks Per Year:
2 weeks

Hours Per Week:
20 hours

Expected Salary:
$16.50 - 22.50 per hour

Union:
N/A
Job Posting Close Date
Open until filled

To apply, visit https://recruiting.ultipro.com/MON1000MON/JobBoard/d4da5ea7-24db-4f02-a484-7497ffffb76d/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=3b8e28a3-262d-4717-8c41-2888c5637658

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