Head Men's Bowling Coach

The University of Pikeville in Pikeville, Kentucky is seeking an innovative professional for the Head Men’s Bowling Coach for the Athletic Department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and accomplished leader to join an innovative Athletic Department valuing academic and out-of-classroom experiences. The Head Men’s Bowling coach will report to the Director of Bowling and the Athletic Director. The Head Men’s Bowling Coach is responsible for assisting in developing and maintaining a successful Bowling program.

Responsibilities:

•  Recruiting athletically and academically quailed students with the Director of Bowling
•  Retaining students in the program with the Director.
•  Planning and conduct practices.
•  Responsible to understand the expectations of the Bowling program.
•  Provides for the safety of students and coaches, facilities and equipment while conducting activities/practice/competitions.
•  Recruit students and maintain a full roster.
•  Regularly attends and participates in department meetings and professional development opportunities.
•  Collaborate with campus constituents to assess, provide and improve student experience related to Bowling.
•  Understanding the culture of the bowling program, athletic department and the campus.
•  Understanding the NAIA, MSC, and USBC eligibility rules.
•  Developing camps, lessons, and growing the sport of bowling.
•  Van Driving.
•  Other Duties as assigned.

Education/Skill Requirements:

•  College Degree Required
•  Must be able to follow the vision of the Program
•  Must be able to work under challenging conditions and others.
•  Willing to work late/flexible hours.
•  Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral.
•  Ability to work with others and lead. 
•  Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including those with disabilities.
•  Understand how to work successfully as a team within all levels of the organization and know how to contribute to the mission of the university.
•  Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
•  Ability to work with others and lead. 
•  Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including those with disabilities. 
•  Understand how to work successfully as a team within all levels of the organization and know how to contribute to the mission of the university.

The University of Pikeville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. UPIKE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, telemedicine, long-term disability, tuition waivers, a 403(b)-retirement plan, and HSA, FSA, and dependent care accounts.

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. Interested applicants should complete the online application by visiting http://jobs.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.