Head Coach - Cheerleading
Posted Date: Aug 10, 2024
Head Coach - Cheerleading
Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Job Title: Head Coach, Cheerleading
Head Coach - Cheerleading
Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Job Title: Head Coach, Cheerleading
Apply NowDepartment: Athletic Spirit Programs (Office of Student Activities)
Reports to: Director of Student Activities & Recreational Sports
Status: Part-Time, Non-Benefit Eligible
Location: Lisle Campus
Position Summary: This position is responsible for the management of the Benedictine University Cheerleading program.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Develop a cheerleading program to include choreography, cheer, stunts, and gymnastics.
Plan and coordinate all try-outs for the team: including recruitment, advertising, physical clearances, and scheduling of space
Schedule and attend tryouts and practices for the team. Ensure that space is secured on campus through Athletics.
Maintain a calendar of practices and events including but not limited to the team's presence and support of all Football, Men's, and Women's home basketball games and applicable tournaments.
Prepare the team for on-campus and university-related engagements including but not limited to Homecoming, Pep Rallies, and requested events.
Other Functions:
- Maintain and update all team members' rosters and emergency contact information.
- Maintain an appearance and demeanor that communicates confidence, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Required Qualifications:
Education: High School Graduate/GED Required, Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Experience: Prior coaching experiences and experience in Athletics or related field is preferred. Is employable under Benedictine University employment policies
Specific Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff and administration. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. College Cheerleading and Cheerleading Competition experience preferred.
Specific Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications: Yes. Organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and budget management skills and demonstrated supervisory skills.
Valid Driver’s License required. CPR certification is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to handle varying levels of stress while maintaining professional demeanor. Possible lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor exposure to sun/heat or cold weather.
Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand. Understand the speech of another person.
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away or are more than a few feet away. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. General Customer service and office environment.
The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.
Travel (If applicable): Yes
Supervisory Responsibility (if applicable): N/A
Working Conditions: Office/outdoor environment. Nights and weekends required.
Training: As a University employee you are required to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.
Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The following of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.
Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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