Cheer Coach

Requisition Number: 2022CW036Posting
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Division: Athletics
Department: Athletic Marketing

Department Statement:
Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches, staff, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our potential, to get better every day with a goal to win - to win in competition, in the classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate Community.

Accountabilities:
The cheer coach will be responsible for the planning, training and development of the Colgate cheerleading program. The cheer coach will work in conjunction with the Athletics Marketing & Fan Engagement department and report directly to the Assistant Athletics Director for Marketing & Fan Engagement.
This position will supervise, train and instruct the cheer program to include proper training and performances of the squad at all practices and required athletic events. Responsible development and utilization of the cheer budget; recruiting talented cheer program members, managing team appearance requests both on-campus and within the community.

• Develop a cheerleading program to include choreography, cheers, stunts, and gymnastics.
• Plan and coordinate all tryouts for team: including recruitment, advertising, physical clearance, and scheduling of space.
• Schedule and attend tryouts and practices for team - ensure that space is secured through the Athletics scheduling coordinator.
• Maintain a calendar of practices and events including but not limited to the team's presence and support at all Football, Men's and Women's Basketball home games, various campus events as needed and support all applicable postseason tournaments.
• Maintain and update rosters and emergency contact information of all team members.
• Maintain knowledge of, and uphold USA Cheer, NCAA, Patriot League Cheerleading rules and regulations such as safety, certification, etc.
• Continually make the best efforts to engage the crowd and foster a fan-friendly, energetic atmosphere at home events.
• Effectively communicate with team and Athletics staff, including but not limited to confirming routines and submitting music selections to a member of Athletics at least 48 hours before game time.
• Manage the team budget, and responsible for team fundraising activities.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pound objects, bending, and standing.

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• Candidate should possess a strong commitment and ability to motivate, teach, and recruit academically and athletically talented cheer team members.
• Previous experience as a cheer coach required.
• Candidate must have knowledge of and commitment to USA Cheer (UCA and NCAA) policies.
• First aid, CPR, and appropriate Cheer certifications required, including but not limited to certification through USA Cheer.
• Must have an active membership and/or willing to obtain membership through USA Cheer.
• Must utilize ethics in coaching techniques and in injury prevention.
• Possess knowledge of rules, regulations, strategies & techniques of the sport.
• Assist/Manage social media accounts.
• Be a positive role model for team members & monitor discipline procedures
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, and administration.
• Available in late afternoon and evenings, including weekends, for practices and games throughout the academic year. Must be flexible with availability.
• Ability to adhere to University and Athletic policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• Experience as a college-level cheerleader preferred.
• Experience as a high school or college cheer coach preferred.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent

Other Information

Work Schedule:

Job Open Date:
07/07/2022

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary

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