Position Information

The Head Cheer Coach provides oversight of all aspects of a collegiate cheer program. Primary responsibilities include recruiting prospective student athletes and supervising and managing volunteers and student workers. The Head Coach will also plan, implement, and evaluate the performance and development of student athletes both on and off the field and court. Additional duties include coordinating marketing and promotional initiatives, overseeing equipment maintenance, preparing game and competition strategies, coordinating team travel, developing and reconciling program budgets, and organizing and conducting summer camps

Develop and implement daily practices (3-4 days per week) focusing on general conditioning, stunting, tumbling, team tactics, and other performance elements.

Create on-field and court simulations of different cheers depending on what is occurring in the game/match.

Ensure the cheer team performs at all home football, volleyball and basketball contests and NCAA-sponsored championships.

Review proper on and off-field/court etiquette.

Recruit student-athletes that align with the University’s mission and values, and meet the required standards set by the Department of Admissions.

Regularly visit High School and Junior College contests.

Build relationships with high school and club cheer programs

Provide academic, personal, and professional mentoring to student-athletes.

Provide an environment where student-athletes learn the value of citizenship, integrity, appreciation for cultural diversity, and respect and responsibility for self and others.

Develop and implement the team’s competition, training, and practice schedules with the Athletic Department’s Facility Director.

Provide oversight related to all administrative functions for the Cheer Team
Prepare check requests, purchase orders, and advance requests.

Coordinate with MU equipment staff to procure and manage inventory of uniforms, equipment, and supplies.

Generate additional funds for the cheer program, in conjunction with Big Green Foundation.

Utilize the Teamworks portal for submitting compliance paperwork related to camp attendance policies and regulations.

Other duties as assigned by the Vice President and Director of Athletics.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Demonstrated Coaching Experience, Proven experience in recruiting and developing student-athletes

Preferred Qualifications

Prior collegiate coaching experience, Experience building or expanding a program, Knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance requirements.

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