Part-Time Assistant Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach

Texas Lutheran University invites applications for a part-time Assistant Acrobatics & Tumbling Coach.

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the sport’s program including coaching, recruitment, and monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes.

Responsibilities include:

Administrative

• Demonstrate knowledge of the sport through excellence in coaching.
• In consultation with the Head Coach:
  1. Market and promote the Acrobatics & Tumbling sport program.
  2. Adhere to and document compliance with the policies and regulations of the University, Department of Athletics, and NCAA
  3. Assist in implementation of all practices and competitions
• Assist in student-athlete recruiting efforts to meet team specific annual recruitment goal.
• Maintain professional conduct.
• Uphold the values expected of a Texas Lutheran University employee as outlined in the TLU employee handbook.
• Situation appropriate professional attire required at all times.
• Assist in Department of Athletics fundraising events.
• Abide by all compliance and regulatory expectations of the department, including but not limited to:
  1. Texas Lutheran University Athletics compliance.
  2. NCAA Division III bylaws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  3. Title IX & CLERY Act Regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compliance Responsibilities

Responsible for knowledge and implementation of NCAA rules and regulations in the areas of amateurism, eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, playing and practice seasons, and awards and benefits. Coaches are expected to fully cooperate and participate in compliance related policies and procedures, within the institution and NCAA guidelines. The Assistant Coach’s responsibilities include:

• Attend and participate in education meetings.
• Review NCAA rules with student-athletes when necessary and reinforce the importance of compliance.
• Facilitate the provision of all information necessary to determine prospective student-athlete eligibility.
• Provide complete and accurate expense reports.
• Provide complete and accurate required information for all official visits.
• Declare playing and practice seasons and submit to the Director of Athletics for review and approval.
• Ensure team’s compliance with NCAA rules related to playing and practice seasons.
• In cooperation with the Director of Athletics, monitor the scheduling process, verifying that the schedule meets NCAA and conference scheduling requirements and missed class time policies.
• Annually pass the NCAA Coach’s Recruiting Exam.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA Bylaws regarding uniform logos, complimentary tickets and summer camps.

Management

• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures

Professionalism

• Maintain a professional image
• Keep the work environment neat and orderly
• Maintain a safe environment through adherence to all safety procedures

Teamwork

• Work as a team player, supporting and assisting other employees
• Identify and participate in resolution of departmental/institutional problems with continuous quality improvement as a goal
• Enhance team effectiveness through dependability

Customer Relations

• Make customers feel welcome and respected as individuals, treating them with courtesy and dignity.
• Exhibit appropriate behavior in customer areas
• Demonstrate essential telephone courtesy

Qualifications:

• Education Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience 1 to 3 years’ experience in coaching and/or athletic administration desired.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Considerable judgment is required to work independently and make decisions based on precedent and university policy
• Ability to work toward general results, devising new methods, modifying or developing standard procedures to meet new conditions.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality

Benefits are competitive. Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. For more information about TLU, consult our web site at www.tlu.edu. Please submit an application, a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources

Texas Lutheran University

1000 W. Court Street

Seguin, Texas 78155

E-mail: humanresources@tlu.edu

Fax: (830) 372-6409

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University has been consistently recognized as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education. Texas Lutheran University (TLU) is an official U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” selection among regional colleges in the West, ranking second on the list for “Best Value,” and fifth overall. This is the eighth consecutive year TLU has been featured on the “Best Value” rankings. Other notable recognitions include TLU’s acknowledgment as a top 20 regional college for Social Mobility—the fourth year the university has appeared in this category. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and also is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.