Assistant Rodeo Coach Jobs

Job Title

Assistant Rodeo Coach

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Rodeo Activities

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Tarleton State University is seeking highly motivated applicants for the position of Assistant Rodeo Coach.

The Assistant Rodeo Coach provides visionary leadership to enhance the Department of Rodeo Activities. Responsible for helping with all event coaching in both arenas, and responsible for helping with annual NIRA rodeo, alumni rodeo, and production class rodeos. Assists with all recruiting needs. Helps monitor academic and conduct issues of NIRA competitors. Assists with all fundraising efforts to include yearly Auction/Dinner, jackpots, rodeos, and other special events. Responsible for helping with livestock care, stall area, and arena upkeep. Responsible for the budget and supervision of all student employees in the office and at the rodeo practice facilities. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate, including some weekends. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University.

Responsibilities:-50% Coaching Duties

Provides visionary leadership to enhance the Department of Rodeo Activities. Coaches student athletes individually and in groups, and demonstrates rodeo performance techniques. Develops performance strategy and event assignments. Plans coaching and practice sessions in accordance with regulations. Instructs student athletes on physical health and safety. Instructs student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of their sport. Monitors and maintains the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the rodeo program. Ensures adherence to all Association, and University rules by student athletes and supporting staff. Helps monitor academic and conduct issues of NIRA competitors.

• 10% Fundraising

Assists with all fundraising efforts to include yearly Auction/Dinner, jackpots, rodeos, and other special events.

• 30% Facilities

Management Responsible for helping with livestock care, stall area, and arena upkeep.

• 5% Assessment and Evaluation

Helps to develop, implements and evaluates departmental goals, policies, organizational structure, and program effectiveness. Responsible for helping with all assessment activities for the department and responsible for helping with producing annual reports.

• 5% Professional Development and Other Duties:

Participates in appropriate professional development activities related to the effective completion of professional responsibilities. Represents the department and the Division of Student Affairs at University functions when appropriate. Assumes responsibility for other special projects and committee work as delegated. Performs additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:4 years of rodeo coaching and rodeo related experience; Excellent communication skills and ability to supervise and motivate others, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Benefits

As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits ar e also available to full time and qualifying part time employees

The target base annual salary is commensurate with experience and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages.

Educational Benefits

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/scholarships/employees/)
• Doctoral Educational Assistance

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

• Fully covered employee health insurance
• Retirement and Insurance programs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

• Longevity pay
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Paid sick leave

Other

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
• And other Tarleton Discounts
• Complimentary tickets to all A thletic and P erforming F ine A rts events
• Employee Wellness Release Time

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and “ Submit ” the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
• Completed online application
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.

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• Diversity, Inclusion, and International Programs
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Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact [email protected] .