The head team coach serves as the head coach for St. Mary’s Gymnastics Academy located in St. Mary's County, Maryland.  St. Mary's Gymnastics Academy is a USAG competitive program with approximately 45 gymnasts and 10 coaches.  The head team coach will:

• Supervise and monitor gymnasts for safety
• Record daily attendance and conduct practices up to 5 evenings per week and some Saturdays
• Schedule team coaches to ensure adequate coverage
• Plan and conduct daily training activities for gymnasts
• Train team coaches to provide consistency in training program
• Communicate with parents regarding gymnasts’ progress and training
• Provide evaluation and feedback to gymnasts and parents
• Develop positive relationships with gymnasts and provide positive motivational support and guidance
• Follow all emergency and safety procedures.  Complete accident and incident reports as necessary
• Organizes and maintains equipment and materials. Maintains inventory of equipment. Makes recommendations for new equipment and repairs. 
• Maintains gymnasts’ records
• Register coaches, team and individual gymnasts for meets. Informs meet director of any changes
• Remain up-to-date on USAG policies and standards
• Inform coaches, gymnasts, supervisor, and parents of USAG safety standards and policies
• Maintain communication with booster club regarding meet attendance and registration
• Provide gymnasts’ status updates to registrar for billing purposes
• Attend USAG meets as assigned, typically Friday through Sunday, one or two weekends per month from November through May (subject to change)
• Uphold policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct set by the department
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and special events as scheduled
• Represent the department in a positive and professional manner

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age and in good health to actively participate in spotting gymnasts and attending meets where standing for long periods of time is required

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be proficient in computer operations and programs i.e., Word, Excel  and familiar with USAG website
• Must have excellent customer service skills
• Must remain in good physical health
• Ability to be flexible in schedule and personal objectives
• Ability to relate to fellow employees and patrons in a positive way

Additional Requirements

An acceptable general background investigation to include a Federal, local and state criminal history, and a sex offender registry check. Individuals in this position cannot be listed as having a founded child abuse or neglect complaint and must pass a CPS check. Must be qualified USAG coach, maintain USAG membership and remain current on all USAG required training.  Previous experience as a USAG coach and gymnast required.  USAG meet director qualification preferred.