Head Coach, Men's Gymnastics

Departmental Overview:

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 200 staff members and coaches and sponsors 30 varsity sports programs. These 30 programs include more than 850 student-athletes who participate in the various sports programs annually within the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA). We are currently seeking a Head Coach for the Men’s Gymnastics program.

Description of Position:

Cal Athletics is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the Head Coach of the Men’s Gymnastics program. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep knowledge of NCAA men’s gymnastics, a strong commitment to student-athlete development, and the leadership skills necessary to maintain and grow a nationally competitive program.

Responsibilities:

• Direct all aspects of the men’s gymnastics program, including planning, organizing, and supervising team training, practices, and competitions.

• Assumes responsibility for maintaining and growing a nationally competitive Division I program through successful recruiting and retention of high-level student-athletes.

• Foster an environment that supports the academic and personal development of

student-athletes.

• Collaborates with Athletic Trainers, Assistant Coaches and Strength and Conditioning Coach(es) to design both academic year (in season and out-of-season) and summer conditioning programs.

• Collaborate with athletic department staff, including academic advisors, compliance, sports medicine, and strength & conditioning.

• Manage program budget, travel arrangements, and equipment needs.

• In conjunction with various units within the athletic department, participate in donor meetings and events, participate in public relations activities, and monitor both individual and team academic performance to ensure that academic requirements are met.

• Engage with alumni, donors, and community to promote program visibility and

fundraising.

• Plan and manage youth sports camps and clinics following all NCAA rules and

departmental policy.

• Ensure a culture of integrity, sportsmanship, and respect that reflects the values of Cal Athletics.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent training/experience.

• Must have highly advanced and effective inter-personal, motivational and team leadership skills.

• Must be able to demonstrate creativity, sound judgment and decision-making, be an effective problem solver, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Must have significant coaching experience at the collegiate or elite club level with a track record of success.

• Must be recognized expert in team sport and coaching principles for student athletes.

• Must have supervisory and leadership skills to mentor and develop assistant coaching or program instruction staff.

• Must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and regulations of the applicable Conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), as well as other associations and agencies to which the Berkeley campus of the University of California adheres, and, at all times avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards.

• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

• Must have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collegiate level coaching experience, preferably at Division I level

• Familiarity with rules and regulations of NCAA and MPSF Conference

Salary and Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation and Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $80,000 - $90,000.

Misconduct Disclosure

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of

employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s

previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Interest Form Instructions:

Please include a cover letter, resume, and three references submitted as a single attachment with your application to Justin DiTolla at jditolla@berkeley.edu. 

For more information on our department, please visit www.calbears.com.