Club Sport Coach, Gymnastics (Part-Time)

Salve Regina University•Newport, RI

About The Position

The Club Sport Coach, Gymnastics develops and supervises Salve Regina University's Gymnastics team in accordance with institutional and departmental objectives and the rules and regulations governing the University's Rec Sports program. The coach instructs student-athletes in the rules, fundamentals, and team concepts of gymnastics; supervises practices and competitions on and off campus; and develops practices and competitions that provide a positive and competitive experience. The coach establishes and enforces team rules and protocols, maintains an inclusive roster while preserving program quality and participant safety, and builds connections with college club programs and suitable opponents. The role includes monitoring equipment and facilities for safety and proper maintenance, meeting regularly with the Director of Recreation to review the roster, budget, and schedule, and responding in a timely manner to prospective students through the university email account. The coach may represent the university at recruitment events, assists with the team's annual campus-wide event, and follows university, Dean of Students, conference, competition agency, and venue policies. The coach must promptly notify the Director of Recreation of suspected or potential sexual misconduct, harassment, hazing, or other conduct that could endanger a team member.

Requirements

Passion for the university's work in creating a diverse and inclusive community.
Self-starter and problem solver.
Ability to work independently.
Experience mentoring high school and/or college students.
Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to provide constructive feedback.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Current CPR and First Aid certification before the first practice.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate degree.
Competitive athletic experience.
Coaching experience at the high school, club, or college level.
Chauffeur's license, or willingness and ability to obtain an equivalent endorsement.

Responsibilities

Instruct student-athletes in gymnastics rules, fundamentals, and team concepts.
Supervise the team at practices and competitions on and off campus.
Develop and implement practices and competitions that provide a positive and competitive experience.
Establish, implement, and enforce team rules and protocols.
Maintain an inclusive roster while preserving program quality and team-member safety.
Build a network of college club programs and appropriate athletic contests for the team.
Inventory and monitor equipment and facilities to ensure safety and proper maintenance.
Meet regularly with the Director of Recreation to evaluate the roster, budget, and schedule.
Monitor the Salve Regina University email account and respond promptly to prospective students.
Occasionally represent the university and team at recruitment-related events.
Follow university and Dean of Students department policies and guidelines, and comply with club sport conference, competition agency, and venue rules.
Immediately advise the Director of Recreation of suspected or potential violations involving sexual misconduct, harassment, hazing, or other actions that could endanger a team member.
Assist with the team's annual campus-wide event related to its sport.