Job Description

The University of Pikeville (UPIKE), a NAIA School which competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Part-time Assistant Coach for Dance. Duties include administration in all phases of the programs, including recruiting, player-evaluation, practice planning and implementation, off-season conditioning, fund-raising, and scheduling, other coaching duties or administrative duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Administrative duties in all phases of the program.
• Assist with all phases of competitive NAIA compliant recruiting.
• Evaluate prospective student-athletes through game, showcase, and video observation.
• Execute and evaluate practice including video coordination.
• Assist with developing routines for the team.
• Practice planning and implementation.
• Off-season conditioning.
• Assist with the direction of camps, fundraising, and other program development activities.
• Scheduling: Assist with arranging aspects of team travel including but not limited to team meals for home and away competitions and team lodging arrangements.
• Assist the Head Coach with office and administrative duties.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability:

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations established by the NAIA and the Appalachian Athletic Conference.
• Demonstrate an ability to improve coaching skills through personal research and innovative thinking.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, students, and staff.
• Self-motivated, flexible and ability to work independently as well as in teams.
• Position requires a commitment to student confidentiality and may require occasional evening and/or weekend hours. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, and community.

University of Pikeville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Important Notes:Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and the contact information for three to five professional references.