Head Dance and Cheer Coach

Eureka CollegeEureka, CA
7d$36,000 - $40,000

About The Position

Demonstrating a willingness and capability to abide by Athletic Department, Eureka College, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association rules, the Head Coach is responsible for the daily functioning of their team which includes planning, organizing, instructing, directing, and managing a program exemplified by integrity.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four year college or university; or High School diploma/GED with related professional playing experience
  • 3-5 years coaching in Dance and Cheer or a combination of experience at the high school or college level; or multiple years of professional Dance and Cheer experience.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of coaching.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to deliver knowledge to and instruct student-athletes in an effective manner.
  • Knowledge of safety and first aid techniques.
  • Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives and implementing effective solutions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse population.
  • Knowledge of basic computer applications and electronic mail.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s Degree.
  • 1-3+ years of collegiate coaching experience; previous experience coaching and recruiting Division III athletes.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, lead and direct the Dance and Cheer program.
  • Organize and conduct practices to teach sport fundamentals and skills, game strategies, performance principles, and proper use of sports and training equipment.
  • Provide instruction in physical conditioning programs that will enable student athletes to achieve maximum performance.
  • Implement and conduct a comprehensive program on game days for select sports.
  • Develop and administer a complete recruiting plan that will meet roster requirements.
  • Serve as an educational practitioner promoting lifetime wellness among student-athletes with focus on the student-athlete as a whole person and encourage the development of psychological, social, mental, and learning skills necessary for student athletes to be successful in the classroom and in the playing environment.
  • Demonstrate and model sportsmanship and ethical conduct consistent with the mission of Eureka College, the Conference, and the NCAA.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of NCAA rules, manage the program with a commitment to compliance, and complete mandatory annual testing.
  • Supervise, care for, and inventory equipment and facility.
  • Game and Event Management for a designated sport outside of season.
  • Make recommendations to the Athletic Director for program improvement based on sport evaluation and exit interviews with student-athletes.
  • Maintain effective working relationships within the athletic department team and the College as a whole in order to contribute to the overall success of all sport programs.
  • Positively lead and contribute as a member of the Athletic Department both internally, around the college, and to external groups.
  • Monitor expenses and adhere to fiscal budget parameters.
  • Serve on campus wide committees as needed.
  • Oversee the academic progress of student-athletes on the team.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Manage and supervise assistant coaches, team managers and student workers.
  • Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training of employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Benefits

  • Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
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