Utah State University
Overview
The Assistant Cheer Coach is to be responsible for assisting the head coach with coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork while at USU Eastern. Working with and directly under the director of athletics, they have the responsibility to support student-athlete academic success, recruit prospective student-athletes following the university and athletic department mission and student-athlete recruitment procedures, and plan and direct the cheer team.
Responsibilities
The assistant cheer/game day coach must attend all home volleyball, women’s and men’s basketball games, along with other games that may require travel. Assist the head coach in warming up athletes, communicating between spirit squad director, coaches, and athletes, preparing throw gear, flags, signs, and megaphones, assisting in choreographing halftime routines, generate ideas to implement crowd involvement through cheerleaders, and serve as the head coach’s right hand to ensure game days run smoothly. Work with the athletic staff to ensure that each student-athlete meets the requirements to be eligible under university and department guidelines. Support the mission, philosophy and core values of Utah State University Eastern. Recruiting and retaining top prospective student-athletes. Organize, plan and execute travel arrangements with organized travel documentation and records. Engage and promote the team program through social media in collaboration with social media staff members. Engage in the community and support local athletics and businesses. Engage in team fundraising in a manner that will elevate the program, and assist with sponsorship opportunities. Coach student-athletes in their growth and development in the sport with techniques and fundamentals of their position and sport conditioning. Provide an example of competitive but sportsmanlike conduct. Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes on and off the court/field, and work well with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Maintain strong supportive relationships with the student athletes and their families. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Must be able to attend all home games ACCAA Certification (or the ability to obtain certifications upon being hired) Have some previous coaching experience and understand tumbling fundamentals Preferred Qualifications Cheerleading, Coaching, or Collegiate cheerleading experience USA, UCA, or NCA staff experience USA Cheer Collegiate safety and risk management certification Experience in fundraising Experience with coaching and spotting tumbling Ability to spot college athletes on standing and running tumbling skills and stunting skills
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach: 1. Resume/CV (to be uploaded during the application process)
Additional Information
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience.
ADA: This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Non-discrimination and Title IX
Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by policy or law. Designated contacts for inquiries regarding non-discrimination and Title IX are provided within this description.
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The Assistant Cheer Coach is to be responsible for assisting the head coach with coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork while at USU Eastern. Working with and directly under the director of athletics, they have the responsibility to support student-athlete academic success, recruit prospective student-athletes following the university and athletic department mission and student-athlete recruitment procedures, and plan and direct the cheer team.
Responsibilities
The assistant cheer/game day coach must attend all home volleyball, women’s and men’s basketball games, along with other games that may require travel. Assist the head coach in warming up athletes, communicating between spirit squad director, coaches, and athletes, preparing throw gear, flags, signs, and megaphones, assisting in choreographing halftime routines, generate ideas to implement crowd involvement through cheerleaders, and serve as the head coach’s right hand to ensure game days run smoothly. Work with the athletic staff to ensure that each student-athlete meets the requirements to be eligible under university and department guidelines. Support the mission, philosophy and core values of Utah State University Eastern. Recruiting and retaining top prospective student-athletes. Organize, plan and execute travel arrangements with organized travel documentation and records. Engage and promote the team program through social media in collaboration with social media staff members. Engage in the community and support local athletics and businesses. Engage in team fundraising in a manner that will elevate the program, and assist with sponsorship opportunities. Coach student-athletes in their growth and development in the sport with techniques and fundamentals of their position and sport conditioning. Provide an example of competitive but sportsmanlike conduct. Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes on and off the court/field, and work well with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Maintain strong supportive relationships with the student athletes and their families. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Must be able to attend all home games ACCAA Certification (or the ability to obtain certifications upon being hired) Have some previous coaching experience and understand tumbling fundamentals Preferred Qualifications Cheerleading, Coaching, or Collegiate cheerleading experience USA, UCA, or NCA staff experience USA Cheer Collegiate safety and risk management certification Experience in fundraising Experience with coaching and spotting tumbling Ability to spot college athletes on standing and running tumbling skills and stunting skills
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach: 1. Resume/CV (to be uploaded during the application process)
Additional Information
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience.
ADA: This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Non-discrimination and Title IX
Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by policy or law. Designated contacts for inquiries regarding non-discrimination and Title IX are provided within this description.
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