Head Competitive Dance Coach

Title: Head Competitive Dance Coach

Department: Athletics

Supervises: Intercollegiate Athletes

Immediate Supervisor: Athletic Director

General Description:  ​The Head Competitive Dance Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and operation of the competitive dance program. Responsibilities include recruiting and retaining qualified student-athletes, developing student-athletes academically and athletically, organizing practices and competitions, managing program budgets and equipment, and promoting a positive team culture.

Position Duties/Functions:

1. Recruit, evaluate, and retain qualified student-athletes who demonstrate academic and athletic potential.

2. Plan, organize, and conduct practices emphasizing technical skill development in dance disciplines including pom, jazz, hip hop, and gameday performance.

3. Choreograph competitive routines and performance pieces while maintaining high standards of execution.

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Title: Head Competitive Dance Coach

Department: Athletics

Supervises: Intercollegiate Athletes

Immediate Supervisor: Athletic Director

General Description:  ​The Head Competitive Dance Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and operation of the competitive dance program. Responsibilities include recruiting and retaining qualified student-athletes, developing student-athletes academically and athletically, organizing practices and competitions, managing program budgets and equipment, and promoting a positive team culture.

Position Duties/Functions:

1. Recruit, evaluate, and retain qualified student-athletes who demonstrate academic and athletic potential.

2. Plan, organize, and conduct practices emphasizing technical skill development in dance disciplines including pom, jazz, hip hop, and gameday performance.

3. Choreograph competitive routines and performance pieces while maintaining high standards of execution.

4. Coordinate competition schedules, practice schedules, and facility reservations in collaboration with the Athletic Director.

5. Assist with scheduling competitions and travel arrangements, including transportation, lodging, and meals.

6. Manage and monitor the program budget in accordance with institutional purchasing procedures.

7. Purchase, issue, maintain, inventory, and collect all uniforms, costumes, equipment, and program supplies.

8. Supervise assistance coaches, student assistants, managers, and volunteers.

9. Assist with monitoring academic progress through study tables, academic reports, and regular communication with student-athletes and campus personnel.

10. Foster sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, and personal responsibility among student-athletes.

11. Learns, understands, and complies with all rules and regulations set forth by NDA.

12. Enter competition results, statistics, and required reporting accurately and within established deadlines.

13. Assist with gameday and event management responsibilities as assigned.

14. Maintain positive relationships with prospective students, alumni, community members, media outlets, and supporters of the athletic program.

15. Promote the dance program through community engagement, camps, clinics, recruiting events, and promotional activities.

1. Support fundraising, alumni engagement, and departmental initiatives to enhance the student-athlete experience.

17. Notify the Athletic Director of significant student-athlete achievements, disciplinary concerns, injuries, or other noteworthy program developments.

18. Represent Montcalm Community College in a professional manner consistent with the mission and values of the institution.

19. Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Required Qualifications:

1. Collegiate coaching and/or competitive dance instruction experience.

2. Demonstrated knowledge of dance technique, choreography, and athlete development.

3. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

4. Valid Michigan Driver's License is required.

5. Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain upon hire.

1. Ability to successfully complete all required institutional and governing body training.

Remuneration:  The contract will be $10,000 per season (prorated based on the time of hire). This payment will come in the form of a biweekly paycheck during the sporting season. MCC will pay mileage at the current IRS mileage rate for recruitment trips. Coaches will have free access to our pool, fitness, and recreation centers.  

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Start Date: ASAP

Method of Application:  Online application. Attach your cover letter, detailed resume, transcripts, and three reference letters.

It is the policy and practice of Montcalm Community College to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, pregnancy, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, height, weight, disability or veteran status, or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. In addition, no person, on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression shall be discriminated against in educational programs, activities, or admissions. Arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English-language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation.

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