PT: Assistant Bowling Coach - Women

Shaw University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw University invites applications for an Assistant Women’s Bowling Coach to assist the Head Coach in operating a NCAA Division II program. The role focuses on recruiting, player development, academic monitoring, practice planning, scouting, and program administration within the university’s athletic department.

Essential duties include skill development, game prep, and travel coordination, while ensuring academic progress and adherence to NCAA rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Coaching or operations experience at collegiate or competitive level.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with daily operations of the women’s bowling program.
• Conduct individual and group skill development workouts.
• Assist with practice planning, film breakdown, and event preparation.
• Support recruiting efforts in accordance with NCAA Division II rules.
• Monitor and encourage academic success, personal growth, and student-athlete accountability.
• Assist with team travel coordination, equipment management, and operational needs.
• Drive university-issued vehicles for team travel and related activities.
• Assist with organizing camps, clinics, community outreach events, and fundraising initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of NCAA and university policies and procedures.
• Represent Shaw University positively within the athletic department.

Skills

Bowling knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Video analysis

Job description

The Assistant Women’s Bowling Coach serves as a key member of the women’s bowling program and assists the Head Coach in all aspects of operating a successful NCAA Division II program. Responsibilities include recruiting, player development, academic monitoring, game preparation, practice planning, scouting, compliance, and administrative duties while supporting the mission and values of the institution and the athletic department.

Essential Job Functions:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with daily operations of the women’s bowling program.
• Conduct individual and group skill development workouts.
• Assist with practice planning, film breakdown, and event preparation.
• Support recruiting efforts in accordance with NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
• Monitor and encourage academic success, personal growth, and student-athlete accountability.
• Assist with team travel coordination, equipment management, and operational needs.
• Drive university-issued vehicles for team travel, recruiting activities, camps, and other program-related responsibilities while adhering to all university transportation policies.
• Assist with organizing camps, clinics, community outreach events, and fundraising initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and procedures.
• Serve as a positive representative of the university and department.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Previous coaching, playing, or operations experience at the collegiate, high school, or competitive level.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to be approved to operate university-issued vehicles.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.
• Commitment to student-athlete development, academic achievement, and program culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Collegiate coaching or playing experience.
• Experience with player development and skill instruction.
• Recruiting experience and knowledge of NCAA Division II regulations.
• Strength and conditioning experience or background in athletic performance training.

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required upon hire.

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behavior)

Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands

The work environment is an athletic and office setting which requires the ability to travel much of the time, work long hours including evenings and weekends, be physically active, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and have the ability to demonstrate specific skills. Ability to travel frequently and work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Ability to demonstrate bowling drills and participate in instruction.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Leader

Novice

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

Experience

Required

Commitment to student-athlete development, academic achievement, and program culture

Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.

Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Valid driver’s license with the ability to be approved to operate university-issued vehicles

Previous coaching, playing, or operations experience at the collegiate, high school, or competitive level.

Preferred

Strength and conditioning experience or background in athletic performance training.

Recruiting experience and knowledge of NCAA Division II regulations.

Experience with player development and skill instruction

Collegiate coaching or playing experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

First Aid

CPR

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