Head Cheerleading Coach

Benedictine College•Atchison, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Coach is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the cheerleading program, including but not limited to recruiting, scheduling, training, monitoring academic progress, promotions, fundraising, and coaching team members. The Head Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Benedictine College, the Heart of America Athletic Conference (Heart), and the NAIA.

Requirements

Commitment to the overall development of the student-athlete and the mission of the College
High level of personal integrity
Outstanding work ethic
Knowledge of and commitment to NAIA rules and regulations
Demonstrated success in recruitment
Demonstrated ability to inspire student-athletes to develop to their fullest potential
Outstanding skills in oral and written communication
Good organizational ability and computer competency
Bachelor's Degree
A minimum of one to five years of successful coaching experience at the collegiate or high school level

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for coaching experience as a head coach
Experience recruiting scholarship athletes highly desirable
Master's preferred

Responsibilities

Directing all aspects of the coaching and management of the cheerleading program
Recruiting and scouting in accordance with the NAIA, Heart, and Benedictine College policies and procedures
Train and coach members of the program
Budget management, fundraising, and alumni development
Supporting the academic and personal development of all athletes
Visible, fully integrated member of the College community
Annually propose an effective and competitive schedule for approval by the Athletic Director
Recommend scholarship awards for student-athletes
Responsible for tracking the admissions and eligibility process involving recruited student-athletes, and for working collaboratively with the Faculty Athletic Representative in this regard
Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations of the NAIA as it relates to the program
Represent Benedictine College and the program in a professional manner
Responsible for being a proponent of the NAIA Champions of Character Program
Be open to living within the Atchison community