FT Assistant Coach - Rodeo

Cochise College•Douglas Campus, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for Rodeo is responsible for assisting the Head Rodeo Coach in coaching a highly competitive NIRA Rodeo program, recruiting student athletes, assisting in coordinating practices and activity travel, and promoting events and activities. This position is provided with on-campus housing and is open until filled, with applications reviewed upon receipt. Cochise College serves Southern Arizona with multiple campuses and centers, offering over 90 programs and recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education.
Three years college rodeo and/or related experience.
CPR and First Aid Certification required.
Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured to drive college vehicles required.
Ability to operate equipment for general care of facilities.
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures.
Knowledge of intercollegiate rodeo programs.
Knowledge of and skill in use of computers and software applications, specifically Microsoft Office.
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to relate to a diverse population in a professional and helpful manner.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple tasks to completion with attention to detail.
Ability to work in adverse conditions, weekends, and evenings.
Ability to promote a positive atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation both within the College and the community.
Ability to effectively supervise the work of others.
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems while maintaining confidentiality.
Strong personal work ethic and high level of personal integrity.
Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public.

Nice To Haves

Prior college coaching experience preferred or professional rodeo experience.

Responsibilities

Assists the Head Rodeo Coach in planning, directing, and coaching intercollegiate rodeo program; develops student/athletes’ fullest potential while being regionally competitive and ethically run; ensures NIRA rules and regulation compliance.
Provides quality coaching and instruction to students participating in the rodeo program; develops, implements, and teaches related program curriculum as assigned.
Assists in the supervision and coordination of rodeo event and activities; attends scheduled rodeo practices, team fitness classes, team meetings and all competitions; enforces safety regulations and procedures.
Assists with the recruitment of student athletes; supports student athletes in realizing individual, team and academic goals.
Assists Head Rodeo Coach in providing ongoing oversight of student athlete’s conduct both on and off the field; assists with conflict resolution, development of positive interpersonal relationships including campus integration with other students and faculty.
Assist head coach in general facilities maintenance to keep an overall clean and neat appearance.
Assists livestock care including feeding, doctoring, hauling, which may include oversite of student employees.
Assist head coach with timely arena practice preparation including but not limited to watering, working of the ground as needed and taking initiative to help maintain the best arena conditions possible for safety of all livestock.
Performs related duties as assigned.