Head Coach, Women's Gymnastics

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I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics and Recreation, an

NCAA

Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference and the East Atlantic Gymnastics League (

EAGL

), actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

This is a highly successful

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Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics and Recreation, an

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NCAA

Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference and the East Atlantic Gymnastics League (

EAGL

), actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

This is a highly successful

NCAA

Division 1 women’s gymnastics program recruiting and developing outstanding gymnasts that compete on the national stage. GW is committed to maintaining and improving upon the success earned over the past decade.

Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director, the Head Coach for Gymnastics will oversee the program by performing the following:

Oversees the Women’s Gymnastics programs creating, promoting and maintaining a culture of determination, commitment and respect; including the development and implementation of team standards.

Identifies and recruits academically qualified and athletically talented student-athletes.

Recruits, develops and works to retain highly qualified support staff. This includes being present, responsive and supportive of the professional development of assistant coaches, athletic trainers, strength coaches and other department staff members.

Coaches and trains student-athletes, to include, being present and responsive, evaluating their performance in both practice and competition and provides leadership and instruction in these areas.

Schedules and conducts practice sessions. Works with administration to schedule regular season contests. Travels with the team and monitors the conduct of student-athletes.

Promotes the academic, physical, mental and social development of student-athletes, to include consulting with the student-athlete, Academic Support Staff, Mental Health professionals and other University administrators and support staff. Monitors the conditioning and training of student-athletes, in conjunction with the Strength and Conditioning Coach and the Athletic Training Staff.

Manages clinics and camps if desired and when approved.

Develops and maintains effective relationships and communications with students, colleagues, university staff, and the general public. Participates in public relations activities, as approved, to include granting interviews with newspaper, radio and television media, attending press conferences and making public appearances.

Works with Development and Alumni staff to plan and coordinates approved fundraising activities. Represents the Department at professional, civic, charitable, and alumni events.

Oversees administrative and financial operations pertaining to team travel, budget, student-athlete eligibility, and academic progress.

Is responsible for knowledge of and full commitment to compliance with all

NCAA

,

EAGL

, University, and Department of Athletics rules and regulations.

The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC but will require significant travel for games and events. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Five years of Gymnastics coaching experience, preferably at the college level.

Experience with fiscal management and daily operations of an intercollegiate athletics department preferred.

Strong organizational, management and communications skills with attention to detail are preferred.

Hiring Range

Commensurate with Experience

II. JOB DETAILS

| Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. | | College/School/Department: | Athletics and Recreation | | Family | Athletics | | Sub-Family | Coaching | | Stream | Management | | Level | Level 1 | | Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time | | Hours Per Week: | 40+ | | Work Schedule: | Monday - Friday w/ nights and weekends | | Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes | | Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person) | | Telework: | No | | Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search | | Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status | | Internal Applicants Only? | No | | Posting Number: | S013089 | | Job Open Date: | 06/10/2024 | | Job Close Date: | | | If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: | | | Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. | | EEO Statement: |

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?

   • No
   • Yes

2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)

   • Yes, IEP complete
   • No, still in IEP
   • N/a - not a current GW employee

3. * What is your salary range expectation?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

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