Cheer Head Coach

KANSAS ATHLETICS•Lawrence, KS

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Head Cheerleading Coach is responsible for the leadership, strategic direction, and day-to-day operations of the University of Kansas Cheerleading program. The Head Cheerleading Coach is responsible for a team of Coed and All Girl Team cheer team (not to exceed 34 members), organizing practices, game day and University events, teaching new and innovative techniques and cheers, and conducting off-season camps. This position will average 25 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
2+ years of coaching experience in collegiate or competitive cheer environments including stunting training with spotting techniques
Current USA Cheer safety certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Background in choreography, performance development, and/or an elite level collegiate cheerleading environment
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required by event schedules

Nice To Haves

4+ years of collegiate coaching experience within Division I or a Power Five conference
Experience preparing teams for NCA/UCA College Nationals or similar national competitions
Experience managing program budgets, fundraising activities, and large-scale operations
Familiarity with Big 12 Conference and NCAA spirit guidelines

Responsibilities

Organize all practices and work with the Spirit Squad Coordinator on game day and University events
Attend an equal number of games for Men’s and Women’s Basketball (rotation with additional staff shared at the minimum equally)
Be available to attend most practices and all post-season travel
Create innovative crowd involving material for all gameday environments
Choreograph and perfect routines for performances and competition
Assist the Spirit Squad Coordinator with tryouts, clinics and other special events
Recruit overall high-quality student athletes to participate in cheerleading by hosting recruit clinics, actively reaching out to perspective athletes, and attending recruiting combines
Maintain inventory of uniforms, warm-ups and equipment, controlling the distribution and return of KUAC issued property
Assist Spirit Squad Director with appearance schedules for members of the team
Uphold and execute rules and regulations fairly to all team members and staff while ensuring all cheer activities adhere to safety guidelines and manage any potential risks associated with performances
Maintain a healthy social media presence via University accounts by managing the accounts for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Actively seek opportunities for fund raising, and ensure the profitability of such events.