Cheerleading Coach

EXPIRED

Position Title:

Cheerleading Coach

Position Type:

Part time

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Position Title:

Cheerleading Coach

Position Type:

Part time

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Location:

Kenneth Langone Athletics & Recreation Center (KLARC)

Categories:

Staff Non-exempt

Job Summary:

The head cheerleading coach is responsible for managing and administrating the NCAA DI intercollegiate varsity cheer sports program. This position maintains control and oversight of the overall program budget, recruitment & retention of student-athletes, program travel, and academic success. Maintaining knowledge of and adherence to UCA/NCA and USA Cheer National Safety Standards.
All Athletics staff members are expected to contribute to Bucknell’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Job Duties:

• Coordinates all activities, such as practices and workouts. Properly preparing participants for sideline and competition events. (25%)

• Manages cheer squad and mascot appearances in collaboration with other institutional offices, athletics marketing, and fan engagement staff. (5%)

• Manages the cheer budget and coordinates fundraising efforts. (25%)

• Supervises and directs Assistant Coach; Collaborates with student-athlete support services (i.e., athletic training, strength and conditioning, etc.) to provide a total student-athlete experience. (10%)

• Oversee recruitment and retention efforts. Conducts tryouts to select new cheerleading team members (30%)

• Monitors the academic progress of student-athletes. (5%)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and 1+ year(s) of proven experience in collegiate or competition-level cheerleading programs or 5+ years of proven experience in collegiate or competition-level cheerleading programs

• Knowledge of USA Cheer rules and safety regulations; USA Cheer Safety Credential (or the ability to obtain within first month of hire);

• CPR Certification (or the ability to obtain within first month of hire)

• Experience preparing, monitoring, and maintaining a budget;

• Effective communicator, well-organized, and detail-oriented.

• Ability to work extended days, weekends, and holidays; Travel may be required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior Division I collegiate cheerleading coaching experience;

• Prior competition experience.

• Fundraising experience to support program/team competition in higher education setting or competition on a national level

• Spirit program camp/clinic coordination.

Job Exempt:

No

Salary Range

15.00-15.00

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Advertised:

2024-05-10

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, clickhere! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individualsto apply and donot discriminate inadmissions, employment, educational programs and/or activitieson the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

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For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or emailhr@bucknell.edu.

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