USCAA

Position Summary: The Head Coach is responsible for managing all aspects of a competitive and successful NCAA Division II Acrobatics & Tumbling program. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to the academic success of the student-athletes in the program that leads to graduation through a positive collegiate experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compliance with NCAA and Wingate Policies and Regulations. • Competent and efficient at individualized and team instruction with emphasis on teaching, training and skill development associated with the sport. • Recruit quality student-athletes that are committed to the University’s mission. • Commitment to adhering to and maintaining the program budget. • Provide academic support and oversight for all student-athletes. • Meet scheduling requirements. • Foster and champion DEI and maintain an equity mindset. • Hire and supervise all staff for the program. • Practice and Meet planning, scheduling, and implementation. • Student-athlete development and evaluation. • Supervise an effective strength and conditioning program. • Manage travel (booking hotels, vans, buses, etc.). • Develop and maintain positive alumni relations. • Day-to-day program administration. • Fundraising and community service activities. • Regular, predictable attendance on campus. • Other job duties/responsibilities may be assigned at any time.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Successful collegiate coaching experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in sport instruction and knowledge of the sport.
• Passion and belief in a total student-athlete experience within the NCAA DII model.

• Ability to recruit student-athletes that will be successful in the classroom and on the field.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate student-athletes.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to
produce and manage an inclusive competitive team are important.
• Developing and maintaining positive alumni relations.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for 3 references
to Human Resources at careers@wingate.edu. In the letter of interest, please explore
the ways this role would support Wingate University’s dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion.