Head Climbing Coach

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Head Climbing Coach

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Position Details

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Position Title

Head Climbing Coach

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Department

MNC

Job Description

Title:

Head Climbing Coach

Department:

Athletics

Reports to:

Associate Director of Athletics

Category:

Part-Time, 10-month

Summary/Objective

Reporting to the Associate Director of Athletics, the Head Climbing Coach is responsible for meeting the goals of guiding and building an elite-level club sport program. This requires the promotion of academic achievement and character of the student-athlete and the overall College community. The Head Climbing Coach will also be responsible for recruiting, budget management, athlete development, scheduling competitions, and all aspects pertaining to the rules of Lees-McRae College and

USA

Climbing. 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

Recruit and retain a competitive roster of student-athletes.

Manage all 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.

Training and development of all student-athletes.

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.

Organize fundraisers and oversee all fundraising efforts.

Visit climbing gyms, high schools, and community colleges to promote the college and the climbing program.

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 for competitions, team workouts, and on indoor/outdoor climbing sets.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time, 10-month position. Days and hours of work will vary. 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 climbing 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:

AMGA

,

PSIA

.

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

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.

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. 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. Media File 3. Portfolio

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