Assistant Coach - Rodeo (Internal)

EXPIRED

Available: Immediately

Duties and Responsibilities: This position is a full-time 12-month full benefits position in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Assist head coach in providing leadership for all aspects of an intercollegiate Men’s and Women’s Rodeo programs including, but not limited to, activities involved in practice sessions and competition events. Responsible for compliance with policies and procedures of the University, National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) and any other regulatory agencies. Will maintain college rodeo facilities.

Essential Functions:

Available: Immediately

Duties and Responsibilities: This position is a full-time 12-month full benefits position in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Assist head coach in providing leadership for all aspects of an intercollegiate Men’s and Women’s Rodeo programs including, but not limited to, activities involved in practice sessions and competition events. Responsible for compliance with policies and procedures of the University, National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) and any other regulatory agencies. Will maintain college rodeo facilities.

Essential Functions:

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• Lead recruiter of student-athletes for the women’s and men’s rodeo team. This person will lead the recruitment of high school and transfer student-athletes for the rodeo team. Will be responsible for all paperwork in bringing these students to campus.
• Incumbent must possess a commitment and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of NWOSU and NIRA.
• Responsible for all documentation required of NWOSU and NIRA to ensure institutional control for student-athlete competition and their development.
• Assist in organizing and conducting practice sessions.
• Assist in the running of the annual Northwestern rodeo (Fall semester) including securing sponsorships and meeting all of the requirements as set forth by the Central Plains Rodeo Association.
• Submits orders for equipment and is responsible for inventory and issuance of equipment including the Northwestern College rodeo facility per the direction of the head coach.
• Monitors mandatory team study table.
• Complete all paperwork required information for all official visits and conducts campus visits by rodeo recruits.
• Assists the head coach in verifying that the schedule meets NIRA and Central Plains rodeo scheduling requirements.
• Assists in facilitating the provision of all information necessary to determine prospective student-athlete eligibility.
• Assists in the supervision of the conduct of athletes on trips and at rodeos.
• Assists in the supervision and care for all college rodeo facilities.

Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of NIRA rules compliance.
• Experience competing and coaching in the sport s/he coaches.
• Must be certified in AED/CPR.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Able to remain calm in situations where emotions are strained.
• Demonstrates effective public speaking skills.
• Committed to both athletic and academic excellence.
• Bachelors degree required Master’s degree preferred.

Send Information to:

Cheryl Ellis
Human Resources Director
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
709 Oklahoma Blvd.
Alva, OK 73717
Email:apply@nwosu.edu

Applicants should provide a signed NWOSU Job Application form for Faculty - Administration Positions along with resume. Only persons who are authorized to be employed in the United States need apply. Employment is contingent upon the results of a criminal background check.

Northwestern Oklahoma State University is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are encouraged to apply.