South Midwest HERC

Job Description:

• Coach student-athletes in gymnastics while preparing them for competition at the major college level.
• Spot student-athletes on gymnastics apparatuses and floor exercise at practices and competitions.
• Develop and implement effective practice plans to maximize athletic performance throughout the season.
• Teach, mentor, and support student-athletes in areas including mental wellness, time management, teamwork, and social development to promote academic and life success.
• Assist the Head Coach with overall program management and assigned coaching responsibilities.
• Utilize game and practice film, practice evaluations, strength and conditioning assessments, statistical analysis, and industry best practices to design and execute effective training plans.
• Continuously evaluate student-athlete performance and adjust instruction to improve skills, knowledge, and competitive outcomes.
• Identify, evaluate, scout, recruit, and interview prospective student-athletes and their parents/guardians.
• Support recruiting efforts to attract high-quality student-athletes who align with program and University standards.
• Maintain full knowledge of and strict compliance with University, MAC, and NCAA rules and regulations related to coaching, recruiting, and intercollegiate competition.
• Complete administrative duties such as fundraising support, budget assistance, team travel planning, equipment coordination, NCAA CARA documentation, recruiting schedules, housing and meal coordination, and preseason training camp planning.
• Collaborate with University administrators and faculty to ensure student-athletes meet academic requirements and progress toward graduation.
• Uphold academic, ethical, and moral integrity while advocating for the well-being of student-athletes.
• Participate in fundraising, alumni relations, public relations, and media events as requested to promote the program and University.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the athletic department and contribute to the overall success of student-athletes and the program.

Short Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• One year of relevant experience at the NCAA Division I level, USAG/Elite or International level.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in recruiting, training, coaching, evaluating, and supervising student athletes to attain their maximum level of academic and athletic performance and to compete successfully against major college competition in a quality program.
• USAG Safety Certification.

Job Ref: S1590P

Job Reply URL: 5346

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One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.

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