Head Coach - Equestrian

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Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution

South Dakota State University

Working Title

Head Coach - Equestrian

Posting Number

NFE02412P

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution

South Dakota State University

Working Title

Head Coach - Equestrian

Posting Number

NFE02412P

Department

SDSU-Intercollegiate Athletics

Physical Location of Position (City)

Brookings

Posting Text

Are you passionate about equestrian sports and have a knack for leadership? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Equestrian Coach to lead our intercollegiate equestrian program to new heights. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall operation and management of the program, including coaching our talented riding teams, recruiting prospective student-athletes, handling administrative tasks, engaging in public relations, and driving fundraising efforts. South Dakota State is an

NCAA

Division I institution located in Brookings, South Dakota .

SDSU

competes in The Summit League for all sports except football (Missouri Valley Football Conference), wrestling (Big

XII

Conference), and women’s equestrian (National Collegiate Equestrian Association). This is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY

RESPONSIBILITIES

:

Recruitment of Student-Athletes:

Evaluate and recruit prospective athletes through communication, visits, and official/unofficial visits.

Maintain accurate recruiting records and contact logs.

Supervise and Develop Student-Athletes:

Instruct and coach athletes in jumping seat and western disciplines.

Plan and oversee practice sessions; ensure compliance with

NCAA

guidelines.

Monitor academic progress and class attendance; counsel and discipline as needed.

Ensure safety by monitoring equipment and facilities.

Administrative and Public Relations:

Coordinate contest schedules, team travel, and home event arrangements.

Manage budgets, equipment, and facility scheduling.

Attend meetings, social functions, speaking engagements, and assist with fundraising.

Handle media requests and manage staff and horse health.

Supervise Program Personnel:

Assist in hiring, provide training and guidance, ensure compliance with rules and policies.

Conduct performance evaluations.

BENEFITS

:

South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

:

Bachelor’s degree by application date;

At least three years collegiate coaching, riding instructor or

NCEA

experience – an equivalent combination will be considered;

Knowledge of and experience in recruitment of student-athletes, supervision of staff and budget management;

Knowledge of and/or experience in providing care for competition horses;

Commitment to promote an atmosphere of compliance and adherence to institutional, conference and

NCAA

rules and regulations;

Commitment to achieving high graduation rates;

Demonstrated fundraising, promotion and public relations experience;

Effective communication (oral, written and interpersonal) skills; and

Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.

PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS

:

Master’s degree;

Knowledge of Western and Jumping Seat disciplines;

Knowledge of

NCAA

Division I rules and regulations;

Division I collegiate coaching experience; and

Head coach experience.

APPLICATION

PROCESS

:

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact

SDSU

Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date

06/27/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

07/09/2024

Advertised Salary

The salary for this position is contingent upon education and experience.

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

M-F, 8am-5pm

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Faculty Status

No

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students.

SDSU

offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation, and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity, and excellence through continuous improvement.

As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.

SDSU

was recognized as one of 54 institutions in the United States as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities in 2014. The university’s total research expenditures are greater than $60 million.

SDSU

is the state’s first High Research Activity institution as classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an

NCAA

Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big

XII

for wrestling.

Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.

The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school.

The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center, and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Slade Larscheid, via phone 605-688-5625 or by email at Slade.Larscheid@sdstate.edu

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