Coach Ast 3 (Assistant Women's Gymnastics Coach)

Department Purpose

The University of California, Davis sponsors 27 sports for men and women and is a member of NCAA Division I. A majority of intercollegiate sports compete in the Big West Conference.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the women’s gymnastics head coach, assist in all aspects of an NCAA Division I women’s gymnastics program including student recruitment, scheduling, team travel, scouting opponents, practice planning, assisting with the administration of summer camps and clinics, and administration of the women’s gymnastics program in full compliance with NCAA and university rules and regulations.

POSITION INFORMATION

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

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• In accordance with UC Davis Athletics’ hiring process for coaches, UC Davis will require any head coach or assistant coach final candidate(s) to sign an authorization for a reference check. Pursuant to your signed authorization form, we will inquire with your prior institution(s) about any records of substantiated misconduct.
• Complete and pass the National Collegiate Athletic Association Recruiting Examination per NCAA bylaw 12.1, 2.2.1 and be CPR & First Aid certified annually.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Collegiate coaching and playing experience in the sport of gymnastics.
• Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training with a college – level program.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Ability to interact effectively and establish cooperative working relationships with UC Davis student/athletes, coaching colleagues, department staff and other persons from diverse backgrounds including parents, fans, boosters, members of the media and officials associated with the sport.
• Knowledge of the rules and strategies of gymnastics. This includes, but is not limited to, teaching techniques, coaching strategies and safety measures that are necessary for the UC Davis student/athlete to compete at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Ability to learn the complex policies and procedures regarding academic eligibility of UC Davis student/athletes. These include UC Davis, California Collegiate Athletic Association and the National Collegiate Athletic Association policies and procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

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