Head Equestrian Coach

EXPIRED

Position Overview

Primary Function:

• To assist the Director in maintaining the fitness and well-being of university-owned horses,

• To prepare and school the university-owned horses,

• To coach the NCEA and IHSA teams,

• To assist with horse shows at home and away,

• To represent Sewanee on NCEA and IHSA communications/committee/etc.

Position Appointment Details: - Career Band: AT3 - Full-Time - Significant travel is required for recruiting and competition.

Position Description

Position Overview

Primary Function:

• To assist the Director in maintaining the fitness and well-being of university-owned horses,

• To prepare and school the university-owned horses,

• To coach the NCEA and IHSA teams,

• To assist with horse shows at home and away,

• To represent Sewanee on NCEA and IHSA communications/committee/etc.

Position Appointment Details: - Career Band: AT3 - Full-Time - Significant travel is required for recruiting and competition.

Position Description

Typical Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as head coach to the NCEA and IHSA teams,

• Ride and school all university-owned horses,

• Instruct physical education riding classes,

• Handle all paperwork involved with the teams' participation in NCEA and IHSA competitions.

• Work with the director to host horse shows and events,

• Participate in scheduling, planning, and travel arrangements for away competitions.

• Travel to horse shows,

• Assist with the recruitment of prospective students,

• Assist with fundraising initiatives at the equestrian center,

• Enforce and monitor equestrian center policies and procedures,

• Assist the director of equestrian with the monitoring of the team budget.

• Must be prepared to help with all barn chores, including feeding, watering, turnout, clipping, stall cleaning, sweeping, and keeping the barn orderly.

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

• Maintain and organize team equipment.

Judgment Required:

Performance of the essential duties of this position is dependent upon independent ingenuity and developmental efforts

Budgetary Responsibility:

Monitors expenditures against budget; prepares budget data for review/approval by supervisor/department head

Machines & Equipment Used:

Farm equipment and horse trailers

Personal Interaction/Communications:
Student Contact: Frequent; assisting visitors, answering questions, resolving problems.

Internal: Frequent; assisting visitors, answering questions, resolving problems.

External: Periodic; assisting visitors, answering questions, resolving problems; interacting with vendors and contractors; planning and coordinating the travel arrangements for intercollegiate athletic teams.

Attributes of a Successful Candidate

Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:

• USEF/USHJA Horse Show experience required
• NCEA and/or IHSA-related experience preferred

Job-Related Skills:
Operate farm equipment and drive a horse trailer

Licenses/Certification:
Valid Driver’s License

Supplemental Information

Confidential Information:
Budget and salary information

Working Environment:
Work is primarily performed in a normal barn environment and athletic facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to climb (many stairs, ladders).
• Must be able to crawl and or kneel.
• Must be able to push and/or pull objects.
• Must be able to navigate steep and rough terrain.
• Must be able to use feet for repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to use hands for repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift between 21-50 pounds (Medium work).
• Must be able to carry between 21-50 pounds (Medium work).

If you have questions about a position, the University application process, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process please contact Human Resources at 931.598.1381 or email us at hr@sewanee.edu.

The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community. Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish.

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