Compton College Appoints C.J. Arnold - Manager of Football Operations and Athletic Facilities

The Compton Community College District Board of Trustees recently approved yesterday the appointment of C.J. Arnold as manager of football operations and athletic facilities, a new leadership position established to support the reorganization and long‑term revitalization of the Compton College Football Program.

The new position is part of a comprehensive reorganization recommended by Compton Community College District CEO and Compton College President Dr. Keith Curry to strengthen operational oversight, ensure student‑athlete health and safety, and build a more stable and competitive football program. The reorganization is meant to respond to ongoing challenges the program has faced in recent years and reflects Compton College's commitment to student success, accountability, and athletic integrity.

"The health, safety, and academic success of Compton College student‑athletes must always come first," Curry said. "Creating this position is a critical step toward providing the structure, oversight, and leadership necessary to stabilize and strengthen the college's football program while also positioning our institution for future success."

As manager of football operations and athletic facilities, Arnold will oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the Football Program, including coordination of scheduling, logistics, compliance support, and internal operations. The position also provides leadership for the use, coordination, and oversight of the college's athletic facilities, a role that will become increasingly significant with the opening of the new Physical Education Complex, currently in construction and scheduled for completion in summer 2027. Arnold will provide administrative oversight of the facility once it opens.

"This position gives us the operational structure we need to better support our football student‑athletes and coaching staff," said Compton College Dean of Athletics and Student Support Services Dr. Tim Harrison. "By strengthening day‑to‑day management, compliance coordination, and facilities oversight, we are creating a safer and more sustainable program that aligns athletics with academic success."

The football program's reorganization addresses years of persistent challenges, including declining roster sizes, elevated injury rates, and operational demands that placed strain on student‑athletes and staff.

Arnold joins Compton College after serving recently as the athletics specialist for El Camino College, where he was mainly responsible for in-season eligibility for 400+ student-athletes (all sports) and the athletics budget. He played football as a safety for Los Angeles Harbor College and San Jose State University and earned his master's degree in sports management. He went on to coach football for 15 years, mainly at the community college level. He is known for his ability to handle different facets of athletics programs, positive energy, attention to detail that creates an efficient and productive work environment and building connections with student-athletes in support of student success.

"I am honored to join Compton College at a pivotal moment for its football program," Arnold said. "My focus will be on building strong operational foundations, supporting student‑athlete well‑being, and ensuring the program is organized, compliant, and prepared for long‑term success—both on and off the field."

Football Experience since 2003:

• East Los Angeles College – Assistant to the Athletic Director/ Assistant Football Coach
• Grossmont College - Associate Head Coach / Defensive
• Cerritos College – Defensive Backs Coach / Video Coordinator
• San Jose City College – Associate Head Coach / Defensive Coordinator / Recruiting Coordinator
• San Jose State University - Graduate Assistant – Football Operations

Compton College serves as a vital educational and community institution and remains committed to offering athletic programs that reflect its values of equity, safety, and student success.