Head Coach - Women's Gymnastics - Coach IV (10 month)

Position: Coach IV (10 months)
Category: Full Time, 10 month, Contractual

University

SCSU is a diverse student-centered university dedicated to academic excellence, access, and service for the public good. Southern provides a supportive and welcoming environment for all members of its community through a campus-wide commitment to social justice. Founded as a teacher's college in 1893, Southern has evolved over the past century into a comprehensive public university of more than 10,000 students, offering graduate and undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. It is one of four universities in the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System. The University is located in New Haven, a city rich with arts and culture, and less than 90 miles from New York City and 140 miles from Boston.

Department

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is an NCAA Division II program and a member of the Northeast-10 Conference and the Gymnastics East Conference. Consisting of 19 athletics teams, SCSU's outstanding program continually ranks among the top NCAA Division 1 programs in the nation and boasts a long record of dominance in the Northeast for both team and individual championships. The Owls rank among the top 10 nationally with 82 individual titles and team championships with 10. SCSU had NCAA Championship representation in nine sports in 2023-24 and also ranked among the top half of all Division II programs in the Learfield Sports Cup for the 20th straight year.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to on-field coaching, recruiting, fundraising, off-season training, assisting with administrative duties, academic oversight, and community engagement activities. Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with NCAA, ECAC Conference, and University regulations. Successful completion of the NCAA certification exam and timely submission of all required paperwork. Reports to the Head Coach and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Qualifications

Head Coach - Women's Gymnastics - Coach IV (10 month)

Position: Coach IV (10 months)
Category: Full Time, 10 month, Contractual

University

SCSU is a diverse student-centered university dedicated to academic excellence, access, and service for the public good. Southern provides a supportive and welcoming environment for all members of its community through a campus-wide commitment to social justice. Founded as a teacher's college in 1893, Southern has evolved over the past century into a comprehensive public university of more than 10,000 students, offering graduate and undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. It is one of four universities in the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System. The University is located in New Haven, a city rich with arts and culture, and less than 90 miles from New York City and 140 miles from Boston.

Department

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is an NCAA Division II program and a member of the Northeast-10 Conference and the Gymnastics East Conference. Consisting of 19 athletics teams, SCSU's outstanding program continually ranks among the top NCAA Division 1 programs in the nation and boasts a long record of dominance in the Northeast for both team and individual championships. The Owls rank among the top 10 nationally with 82 individual titles and team championships with 10. SCSU had NCAA Championship representation in nine sports in 2023-24 and also ranked among the top half of all Division II programs in the Learfield Sports Cup for the 20th straight year.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to on-field coaching, recruiting, fundraising, off-season training, assisting with administrative duties, academic oversight, and community engagement activities. Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with NCAA, ECAC Conference, and University regulations. Successful completion of the NCAA certification exam and timely submission of all required paperwork. Reports to the Head Coach and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Qualifications

Master's degree preferred for coaches and eight (8) years of appropriate professional-level experience. Commitment to following the letter and spirit of NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations. Ability to effectively work with a diverse population of student-athletes and coaches in a cultural climate that celebrates diversity. These qualifications may be waived for individuals with appropriate alternate experience.

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Application

For full consideration, please submit a letter of interest, resume and contact information of three professional references to: Nicole DeWitt at dewittn1@southernct.edu. For full consideration, please submit application materials no later than March 14, 2025. The position will be open until filled.

Southern Connecticut State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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