Assistant Coach, Women's Gymnastics

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni, and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Reporting to the Head Coach of Women’s Gymnastics, the Assistant Coach will support the Women’s Gymnastics program by performing the following:

• Assists in team coaching, preparing team for competition, and individual student-athlete development. Assists in monitoring academic, social, and personal development of women’s gymnastics student-athletes.
• Coordinates recruitment activities, including: evaluating all potential student athletes through recruiting visits, online video, correspondence, and review of all academic information of potential recruits; preparing and submitting all compliance, competition and recruiting documentation in accordance with NCAA standards; recording and entering all Recruiting Activity and Academic/Athletic information into relevant software; and coordinating all on campus official/unofficial visits by communicating with all recruits, parents, and coaches of potential student-athletes and creating itineraries for on campus visits for all recruited student athletes.
• Assists in the game day set-up and management. Responsible for event coaching and spotting.
• Assists in promoting and developing the program by creating and maintaining effective relationships with alumni, donors, and community members. Participates in events as a representative of the department and women’s gymnastics program.
• Maintains knowledge and remains current regarding all appropriate NCAA, EAGL Conference, Department of Athletics and Recreation, and University compliance issues, policies, and procedures.

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni, and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Reporting to the Head Coach of Women’s Gymnastics, the Assistant Coach will support the Women’s Gymnastics program by performing the following:

• Assists in team coaching, preparing team for competition, and individual student-athlete development. Assists in monitoring academic, social, and personal development of women’s gymnastics student-athletes.
• Coordinates recruitment activities, including: evaluating all potential student athletes through recruiting visits, online video, correspondence, and review of all academic information of potential recruits; preparing and submitting all compliance, competition and recruiting documentation in accordance with NCAA standards; recording and entering all Recruiting Activity and Academic/Athletic information into relevant software; and coordinating all on campus official/unofficial visits by communicating with all recruits, parents, and coaches of potential student-athletes and creating itineraries for on campus visits for all recruited student athletes.
• Assists in the game day set-up and management. Responsible for event coaching and spotting.
• Assists in promoting and developing the program by creating and maintaining effective relationships with alumni, donors, and community members. Participates in events as a representative of the department and women’s gymnastics program.
• Maintains knowledge and remains current regarding all appropriate NCAA, EAGL Conference, Department of Athletics and Recreation, and University compliance issues, policies, and procedures.

The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC but will require significant domestic travel for games and events. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 1 year of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with fiscal management and daily operations of an intercollegiate athletics department.
• Strong organizational, management, communication, and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment.

Hiring Range

$52,741.91 - $72,476.48

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

| Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. | | College/School/Department: | Athletics and Recreation | | Family | Athletics | | Sub-Family | Coaching | | Stream | Individual Contributor | | Level | Level 1 | | Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time | | Hours Per Week: | 40+ | | Work Schedule: | Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm plus many evenings and weekends | | Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes | | Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person) | | Telework: | No | | Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search | | Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status | | Internal Applicants Only? | No | | Posting Number: | S014155 | | Job Open Date: | 04/29/2026 | | Job Close Date: | | | If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: | | | Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. | | EEO Statement: |

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?

   • No
   • Yes

2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)?  (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)

   • Yes, IEP complete
   • No, still in IEP
   • N/a - not a current GW employee

3. * What is your expected salary range?

(Open Ended Question)

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