Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Women’s Gymnastics Coach. This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent)
Minimum of 3 years of experience coaching and/or combined coaching and competitive experience at the NCAA or Level 10/Elite Level
Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships
Excellent oral and written communication skills as demonstrated through public speaking engagements, clinician experience, and/or use of effective and creative training/coaching techniques
Extensive knowledge of and the ability to effectively teach the techniques of all four events
Safely and effectively spot student-athletes on all four events
Operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment
A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I athletics program
Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being
Possess up-to-date knowledge of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) rules and NCAA updated rules modifications for accurate routine construction
Ability to choreograph, create proper routine structure and collaborate with student athletes on the floor exercise
Demonstrated experience in successfully identifying and recruiting elite-level female student-athletes within the sport of gymnastics

Responsibilities

Providing administrative, instructional and coaching assistance to the Head Coach with the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes
Frequent travel
Work in the evenings, on weekends and holidays as needed