Cheer Coach

EXPIRED

Engineering a world of possibilities

The Part-Time Cheer Coach will assist in directing activities for the club cheer program within Colorado School of Mines policies, guidelines, and procedures. The Part-Time Cheer Coach is responsible for supporting the athletic and academic development of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coaching

Engineering a world of possibilities

The Part-Time Cheer Coach will assist in directing activities for the club cheer program within Colorado School of Mines policies, guidelines, and procedures. The Part-Time Cheer Coach is responsible for supporting the athletic and academic development of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coaching

• Conducting all in-season and out-of-season sessions throughout the year as deemed necessary and appropriate.
• Assist with filming and technique instruction.
• Travel to all competitions – in-state and out-of-state when able.

Administrative

• Must be fully knowledgeable and adhere to all rules and regulations of the NCAA, RMAC (as applicable) and Colorado School of Mines.
• Administrative duties such as travel plans, compliance logs, on campus visits, etc.
• Attend meetings as necessary.

Recruiting

• Collaborate annual and long term recruiting strategies that reflect the University, Department and program values.
• Assist in the recruitment of quality student-athletes, commensurate with the admissions qualifications of Colorado School of Mines.
• Maintain good relations with the parents of prospective and current student-athletes.
• Timely and respectful response to all recruiting communications.
• Travel for recruiting when necessary.

Other

• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports in the intercollegiate program.
• Must be willing to work odd hours including early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Failure to comply with Colorado School of Mines regulations and policies will be cause for termination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience in coaching cheer at a competitive level.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment and manage stressful situations.

Certifications and Licenses:

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with many internal and external entities in a variety of ways. Must be able to communicate with coaches, student-athletes, athletics administration and prospective student-athletes and their families.

JOB DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements:

• Typical physical activity of coaching roles: standing for long periods of time, walking, occasional running, long work days, etc.

Potential Environmental Conditions/Hazards:

• Must perform job duties in inclement weather.

SALARY

$21.00 per hour

Colorado School of Mines is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance requires Colorado School of Mines to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. The School of Mines enforces a drug-free workplace. Successful applicants may be required to submit to drug testing. Applicants must pass a criminal background check in order to be eligible for employment.

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