Assistant Cycling Coach

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Position Title

Assistant Cycling Coach

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Cycling Coach

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Department

MNC

Job Description

Title:

Assistant Cycling Coach

Department:

Athletics

Reports to:

Head Cycling Coach

Category:

Full-time, 12-month

Summary/Objective

Reporting to the Head Cycling Coach, the Assistant Cycling Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach in meeting the goals of guiding and building an elite-level program. This requires the promotion of academic achievement and character of the student-athlete, fans, and the overall College community. The Assistant Cycling Coach will be responsible for assisting the running of both the men’s and women’s cycling program (with primary duties towards the women’s team), recruiting, budget management, athlete development, and all aspects pertaining to the rules of Lees-McRae College, the Southeastern Collegiate Cycling Conference, and

USA

Cycling Collegiate. A focus on recruitment and retention of student-athletes, competition preparation, generation of net tuition revenue, and meticulous budget management are essential for this position.

Essential Functions

Assist the Head Coach in the day-to-day operations which includes preparation, organization and implementation of effective practice schedules, off-season programs, and in-season competition.

Evaluation and recruitment of elite prospective student-athletes.

Lead rides and skills sessions on the mountain bike, cyclocross bike, and road bike.

Develop elite A and beginner B and C level athletes for optimal athletic performance.

Maintain trails on campus used by the mountain bike team.

Training and development of all student-athletes with a focus on the women’s team.

Monitoring student-athletes’ academic progress and growth as a person.

Individual workouts, conditioning, and strength training with team members.

Competition day meal planning and organization.

Travel coordination for away competitions

Investment in lives and growth of student-athletes

Assisting head coach in all phases of student-athlete mentoring and evaluation

Other administrative duties as assigned.

Competencies

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently

Must be able to work as a member of a team

Detailed-oriented

Goal-oriented

Must be able to build relationships with prospective student-athletes and families, faculty and staff, community members, and external vendors

Excellent communication and follow-up skills

Must demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking

Innovation and creativity

Ability to maintain confidential information and files

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will not directly supervise staff, but it will have responsibility for such when it comes to student assistants and/or managers.

Work Environment

Normal office environment in addition to non-traditional environment that includes gymnasiums, weight room, locker room, and outdoor venues. Coach will be outdoors frequently leading rides, team workouts, and on wooded trails for training and maintenance work.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, 12-month position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Frequent evening and weekend work is required for recruitment and competition events.

Travel

Extensive day and overnight travel is required as needed. Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Required Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree

Previous coaching or cycling experience at the high school or college level

Excellent written and oral communication, well-developed presentation skills, and outstanding customer and quality service skills

Competency with Microsoft Office applications and social media marketing platforms

Ability to build relationships with student-athletes and families

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education and Experience

Master’s degree in a related field

Experience with Slate or another

CRM

Certifications:

CPR

,

AED

, and First Aid.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Coach should be actively riding and in good condition to lead team rides and skills sessions on the mountain bike, road bike, and cyclocross bike. Trail work and maintenance is expected, requiring the employee to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and use tools. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Coach must be able to safely operate a lawn mower, leaf blower, weed whacker, hand saws, and chainsaw.

Posting Detail Information

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other

2. How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

3. Are you available to work in the evening (6 pm to 10 pm)?

   • Yes
   • No

4. Are you available to work weekends?

   • Yes
   • No

5. (Open Ended Question)

6. Are you authorized to work in the United States?

   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Letter of Recommendation 2. Portfolio

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