Head Cheer Coach

Columbia College•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Assistant Cheerleading Coach is responsible for all assisting aspects of the Columbia College Cheerleading Team, while following the mission and vision of Columbia College, the Appalachian Athletic Conference, and the NAIA. This part-time position works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision of the Head Cheerleading Coach.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, science, social sciences or closely related field.
Must have at least one (1) year of successful sideline and competitive coaching experience, preferably at the college/university level.
Strong knowledge of Cheer and Stunt skills.
Prior experience working in a college environment with interactions with faculty, staff, and students preferred.
Must have organization, inventory and record-keeping skills.
Must be able to work flexible hours which may include early/late hours, occasional weekends.
Must have a valid SC Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
Must pass a background check.
May have to move or lift awkward or heavy objects.
Must work well with others in a team setting, be willing to take on extra duties as assigned, and choose to be a great communicator.
Be willing to offer excellent customer service to recruits, students, staff, faculty, parents, fans, and donors.
Have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and overall skills with computers and technology
Strong knowledge of sport specifics, as well as strength training, and game day/ competitions is required
Must have desire and knowledge to help maintain sport facility as needed for practice and game day competitions.
Must be willing to work and lead by example in a non-abusive and non-threatening manner.
Must attend all required conference, or national meetings and meet all deadlines
Required to report any athlete / team issues that are detrimental to the team, department, or college.
Any illegal activities must be reported immediately
Must be willing to work within and follow the guidelines of Columbia College, and the Department of Athletics at all times
Must learn and be familiar with all existing processes and work excellently with the Admissions and Financial Aid Departments when recruiting and maintaining student-athletes.

Responsibilities

Developing a successful team to positively represent Columbia College.
Organizes and manages assigned recruiting efforts and administrative responsibilities.
Represents the team, department, and college in a positive, professional and ethical manner; responds appropriately to media, marketing, fund-raising and community service requests as assigned.
In charge of scouting and recruitment of new players.
Coordinates logistics for practice schedules and games.
Handles administrative tasks, such as maintaining player records and scheduling.
Performs other related duties as assigned by athletic director.
Direct all cheerleading activities for men's and women's basketball.
Design and implement safe, progressive training plans for all-girl and co-ed cheerleading and mascot participants.
Oversee game-day performance planning to support fan engagement.
Teach and evaluate skill readiness and approve stunting and tumbling progressions in accordance with USA Cheer and Varsity safety guidelines.