Head Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach

Head Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach

West Virginia State University:
Founded in 1891, West Virginia State University (WVSU) is a public-land grant institution, which
was originally founded as a historically black university, but which has evolved into a fully
accessible, diverse, and multi-generational institution serving approximately 2,600 students.
WVSU offers 23 undergraduate and 6 graduate degrees, along with one doctoral degree. WVSU
competes in athletics at the NCAA Division II level in 7 men’s sports and 8 women’s sports.
WVSU is located in Institute, WV, a suburb of Charleston, the largest city and the capital of
West Virginia. With more than 200,000 people living in the metropolitan area, it is an active,
exciting and engaging community, boasting cultural and historical events, music, festivals and
entertainment.

Position Description
The Head Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach is responsible for all aspects of the WVSU Acrobatics &
Tumbling program. Responsibilities include recruiting student athletes to meet specific roster
and recruiting goals as well as planning and implementing the training and performance of
student athletes.

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Head Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach

West Virginia State University:
Founded in 1891, West Virginia State University (WVSU) is a public-land grant institution, which
was originally founded as a historically black university, but which has evolved into a fully
accessible, diverse, and multi-generational institution serving approximately 2,600 students.
WVSU offers 23 undergraduate and 6 graduate degrees, along with one doctoral degree. WVSU
competes in athletics at the NCAA Division II level in 7 men’s sports and 8 women’s sports.
WVSU is located in Institute, WV, a suburb of Charleston, the largest city and the capital of
West Virginia. With more than 200,000 people living in the metropolitan area, it is an active,
exciting and engaging community, boasting cultural and historical events, music, festivals and
entertainment.

Position Description
The Head Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach is responsible for all aspects of the WVSU Acrobatics &
Tumbling program. Responsibilities include recruiting student athletes to meet specific roster
and recruiting goals as well as planning and implementing the training and performance of
student athletes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes to meet specified roster goals.
• Organizing, preparing, and executing effective training and performance strategies
• Fielding teams that excel on the field, competing for Mountain East Conference

Championships and NCAA post-season success.

• Monitoring and supporting student-athletes’ academic and personal growth and

development

• Managing the program within the identified operating budget
• Fundraising additional funds to support program operational needs
• Supervising assistant coaches and other support staff
• Communicate with and provide appropriate requested information to Sports Information,

Athletic Training, and Compliance

• Maintain effective, professional working relationships with other WVSU offices and

personnel

• Ensuring Alumni engagement and community service

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General Responsibilities

• Serve as a Mandatory Reporter for incidents involving Title IX, potentially criminal

activity, or similar occurrences

• Use discretion and professionalism in communicating details of the university operations
outside of the office, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and security of all personal and
financial student information.

• Compliance with any outside authority and local, state, and federal laws including, but
not limited to accrediting agencies, external auditing, first responders, NCAA, MEC,
FCC, OSHA, EPA, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Clery Act, etc., and do any audit work
required for these agencies in a timely fashion.

• Follow all WVSU and State of West Virginia policies as set forth in the appropriate
employee handbook including, but not limited to, travel, professional development,
purchasing and reimbursements, etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master’s degree preferred

o Extensive work experience may be substituted for academic degrees.

• Minimum of 3 years’ coaching experience, preferably at the college level.
• Head coach experience at the high school or collegiate level preferred
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain student-athletes who are committed to academic

and athletic excellence

• Experience with fundraising and/or alumni relations
• High level of ability to work independently and prioritize work assignments
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office products
• Successful candidate must complete and pass a background and DMV check

Salary Statement
This is a full time position with benefits, and with a salary range of $35,000 - $42,000 annually

Benefits of Full-Time Employment

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West Virginia State University offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the
health, financial security, and work-life balance of its employees. Benefits include employer-
sponsored health insurance through PEIA with prescription coverage, access to wellness
programs, and the option to enroll in dental, vision, hearing, and other supplemental insurance
plans. Employees may also participate in health savings accounts and flexible spending
accounts.

The university provides employer-paid basic life insurance and offers optional additional
coverage. Retirement benefits are provided through the TIAA retirement plan with a 6%
employer match for employees contributing 6% of their salary.

Full-time employees accrue two days of annual leave and one and a half days of sick leave per
month, along with eligibility for family medical leave, military leave, workers’ compensation,
and unemployment coverage. Additional benefits include educational assistance opportunities,
access to the university’s Employee Assistance Program, and other university amenities.

To Apply:
This position will remain open until filled. However, first consideration will be given to
applicants who submit a resume, cover letter, and the names and email addresses or phone
numbers of three professional references by May 19, 2026. All requested information must be
submitted for your application to be considered.

Please submit application materials via email to jobs@wvstateu.edu.

West Virginia State University conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates
upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the
satisfactory completion of a background check.

West Virginia State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing
access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in employment and in its services,
programs, and activities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or
disability. Individuals who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job
application or interview process should contact the Disability and Accessibility Resources unit
at 304-766-3083 or ada@wvstateu.edu

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