Part Time Head Coach of Cheer

LOCATION: Wayland Baptist University (WBU) – Plainview Campus  

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Intercollegiate Athletics 

SUPERVISED BY: Director of Athletics 

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, Exempt

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Volunteer or Graduate Assistant & Student Assistant Coaches if they are present as part of the coaching staff.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Part-Time Head Coach of Cheer is responsible for all functions normally associated with an intercollegiate athletics program, including sideline cheer performance at Athletic and other special events. This position, even though part-time, will be bound by the university and the athletic department mission statements.

SPECIFIC TASKS AND DUTIES: 

1. Coaching and management of all practice sessions.

Part Time Head Coach of Cheer

LOCATION: Wayland Baptist University (WBU) – Plainview Campus  

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Intercollegiate Athletics 

SUPERVISED BY: Director of Athletics 

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, Exempt

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Volunteer or Graduate Assistant & Student Assistant Coaches if they are present as part of the coaching staff.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Part-Time Head Coach of Cheer is responsible for all functions normally associated with an intercollegiate athletics program, including sideline cheer performance at Athletic and other special events. This position, even though part-time, will be bound by the university and the athletic department mission statements.

SPECIFIC TASKS AND DUTIES: 

1. Coaching and management of all practice sessions.
2. Recruiting quality student-athletes.
3. Certified by USA Cheer (USA Cheerleading Safety and Risk Management Course) with knowledge of safety guidelines and policies governing college cheer programs.
4. Assist with the monitoring of the teams’ academic performance.
5. Scheduling games/matches for sideline cheer and related events and serve as the on-court coach for those events.
6. Budget management and organization.
7. Purchase and maintain equipment and supplies.
8. Event preparations.
9. Campus and community relations.
10. Marketing and development of the program.
11. Supervision of volunteer and student coaches.

_ The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job.  Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics. _

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Four-year college degree preferred

Experience and Knowledge:

College-level participation in cheer and dance and head coaching experience is preferred. 

Skills and Abilities:

1. A commitment to a Christian lifestyle and coaching from a Christian perspective is essential.
2. Individuals who apply should have proven integrity, leadership skills, and the ability to motivate students to be successful academically and athletically.                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.  If hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).  Employees must be able and willing to travel and work on weekends and evenings. Must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license.  Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.

Wayland Baptist University does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic.

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