Assistant Coach, Equestrian

In collaboration with head coaches and athletic administrative staff, the assistant coach plans practices to teach, encourage and develop student athlete skills and contest techniques. The assistant coach is responsible for developing in athletes an understanding of proper nutrition, personal health and safe strength development. The position teaches physical education courses annually. This role identifies and recruits athletically and academically qualified student-athletes, scouts opponents, manages team travel, organizes community service activities, and maintains parent and alumni communication. Coaches will demonstrate commitment to the W&L philosophy by emphasizing academic priorities for student-athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship on and off the playing field.

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise.

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Essential Functions:

• Coaches team members individually and in groups and demonstrates competition techniques. Manages designated skill development areas or groups of positions. Develops and recommends strategy, teaches theoretical skill, and event assignments.
  Plans coaching and practice sessions in accordance with the head coach, conference, and university policies and procedures.

• Teaches one physical education course annually as required for student graduation criteria. Substitute teaches as needed when requested by Head Coach and Director of PE.

• Promotes the athletics program and specific sport through community events, camps and public speaking. Teaches athletic skills and development through local youth programming.
  Mentors and advises student athletes on personal health, strength training, and nutrition.

• Recruits quality prospective student-athletes and ensures timely submission of their academic records for admissions.
  Ensures compliance with all association, conference, and university rules by athletes and supporting staff.
  Communicates consistently with head coach, administration, and peers about program goals, status, and needs.

• Schedules and manages team travel, including lodging, transportation and meal arrangements in accordance with budgetary restrictions.

• Serves as an event manager for home contests.

• Other duties as assigned. (e.g., Horse care, driving to and from competitions with horses, ride and exercise horses)

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree is required, and a master's degree and collegiate playing experience is preferred.

• Must be committed to a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student-athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship in and outside of the ring. Role models appropriate behavior and conduct to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.

• Strong understanding of various coaching techniques and a willingness to learn new methods of instruction.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on June 22 and continue until the position is filled.  Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered for this position. Required materials include:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Names and contact information for three professional references

Application instructions for internal and external candidates can be found at https://www.wlu.edu/employment-opportunities/jobs-at-w-l.

Minimum Pay:

$39,000.00 - Pay Commensurate with Experience

Campus Safety and Welfare Responsibilities:

• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with the Clery Act. This position is required to report Clery qualifying crimes to the Department of Public Safety and complete annual training about your reporting responsibilities under the law.

Physical Requirements:

• Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.

• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the finge