Head Coach—Collegiate Cycling

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Position Information

Posting Number

S1500626

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Posting Number

S1500626

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Job Title

Head Coach—Collegiate Cycling

Position Number

P12506

Division

Athletics

Department

Collegiate Cycling & Biking

FLSA

Exempt

Salary Grade

207

Salary Classification

Admin/Professional

Annual Salary Range

Up to $50,000

Hourly Salary Range

Employment Status

Full Time 12 Mos Regular

General Description

The purpose of this position is to provide overall management of the Men’s and Women’s Cycling and Biking programs at the University of Montevallo with specific emphasis on the recruitment and retention of qualified students and a commitment to their safety and academic success. Membership in

USA

Cycling is fundamental to the program.

Essential Job Duties

1. Lead, guide, direct and implement all elements of safe, competitive collegiate cycling and biking programs;

2. Recruit and retain qualified students and maintain an adequate, competitive roster;

3. Implement and require academic standards within the program to promote academic success and degree completion for student participants;

4. Develop and enforce appropriate disciplinary measures for program or conduct violations;

5. Provide vision, strategy and leadership to fundraising and program goals that align with the University’s strategic plan;

6. Develop and maintain excellent public relations to support and promote the program within the University and the broader community;

7. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success;

8. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate subordinate personnel;

9. Ensure fiscal responsibility by effectively managing the appropriated budget;

10. Demonstrate sportsmanship and promote competitive success;

11. Ensure compliance with institutional, local, state, national, and applicable association rules;

12. Organize all skill instruction and practices, scheduling of races, competitions and training schedules;

13. Implement safeguards in all areas of the program (including but not limited to travel, equipment, cycling surfaces, etc.) to ensure that the safety of all student participants and program staff is a demonstrated priority.

14. Ensure that home course will be well maintained and ready for races. This includes, but is not limited to, maintaining washout, repairing rain damage, reshaping berms, cutting limbs. Communicate with Athletic Grounds and Shelby County to repair major damage.

Additional Duties

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Successful experience in recruiting, coaching, and managing Collegiate Cycling, Biking and or similar programs;

Demonstrated commitment to academic success, diversity, safety, and compliance;

Strong interpersonal and communication skills;

Evidence of successful fundraising;

Membership or ability to obtain & maintain membership with

USA

Cycling;

Knowledge of basic principles of coaching/team supervision;

Ability to effectively coordinate recruiting activities;

Ability to maintain team discipline and instill proper ethical and moral standards.

Education and Experience

The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelor’s degree

Education substituted for experience? No

This position requires: Collegiate playing experience or collegiate coaching experience required.

Experience substituted for education? No

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include:

• Valid Driver’s License

• Acceptable driving record

• Successful completion of First Aid,

CPR

and

AED

training.

Environmental Working Conditions

Outdoor

Travel Requirements

Moderate Travel

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements

The physical activities required for this position involve:

Standing: Up to 2/3 of the time; walking: Up to 2/3 of the time; sitting: Under 1/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Up to 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: Up to 2/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Up to 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time.

This position requires lifting:

Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 100 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.

This position has the following special vision requirements:

• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).

• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point).

• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).

• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Open Date

03/14/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

Diversity Statement

In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.

EEO Statement

UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Letter of Application 2. Resume Optional Documents

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