Assistant Gymnastics Coach I - Athletics

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Assistant Gymnastics Coach I

JOB SUMMARY 

The Assistant Gymnastics Coach I is responsible for assisting the Head Gymnastics Coach with developing and administering a highly competitive gymnastics program. The Assistant Gymnastics Coach I will abide by University and NCAA rules and regulations; and along with all other athletics personnel, will work towards achieving the objectives of Intercollegiate Athletics. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures. 

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:     Head Gymnastics Coach

Supervises:   No supervisory responsibilities 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Assists the head coach in managing and directing the gymnastics program.

• Oversees daily practice planning and oversight of workouts on events as assigned by the Head Coach.

• Oversees music composition and choreography of all Floor Exercise routines and responsible for choreography of all Balance Beam routines

• Assists in planning of team travel, officials’ travel, competition scheduling, JAS paperwork, and other required departmental and NCAA paperwork.

• Serves as a contact for prospective student-athletes and their coaches throughout the recruiting process including but not limited to phone calls, in-gym evaluations, recruiting at DP competitions, and planning/coordinating on-campus visits.

• Assists in the planning and execution of fundraising and alumni relations activities.

• Assists with coordinating facility needs of visiting teams.

• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, and the NCAA with the utmost integrity.

• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, attend department meetings and activities, and always represents the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and general public.

• Completes other assigned administrative duties in a timely manner.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

•  Attend seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities.

• Implements Intercollegiate Athletics’ strategic plan as part of the Division of Student Life’s strategic plan.

• Perform other duties as requested.                                                      

EDUCATION 

Bachelor’s degree required.

 EXPERIENCE

Two years minimum of NCAA collegiate gymnastics experience and/or experience in a highly competitive club system with Elite and/or advanced Level 10 gymnastics.

REQUIREMENT

Valid Texas driver’s license and a safe driving record such as required by the university for Driver’s Authorization

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use is preferred at the time of hire and will be required prior to participation in any countable athletically related activities as defined by the NCAA. 

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to create original Floor music pieces for student-athlete routines.

• Abilit to choreograph Balance Beam and Floor Exercise routines.

• Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.

• Ability to safely teach skill progression.

• Ability to adhere to all policies, ru