Head Cheer Coach Position Details Position Information Position Title Head Cheer Coach Position Number Position Type Staff Department Athletic Dept Months Per Year 12 Hours Per Week 20 Salary Range Job Description Position Summary: Oversee all aspects of a successful intercollegiate athletic Cheer program for both the NAIA and the River States Conference. This position will be responsible for but not limited toThe Eligibility Process-PlayNAIA-SlateNAIAHelp-Recruiting-High School and Transfers Student-Athletes as it relates to Cheer. This position will interact with recruits-parents-Head and Assistant Coachesother universities FAR Registrars Office-Advancement Office. Duties and Responsibilities: (Any one position may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions within this classification.) HEAD CHEER COACH The Head Cheer Coach will report to the Athletic Director and will oversee all aspects of operating a successful intercollegiate Cheer program. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Recruiting of Prospective Student-Athletes: *Identify prospective student-athletes capable of succeeding academically, spiritually, and athletically, as well as successful retention at Ohio Christian University. *Update the OCU Athletics Recruiting Report on a bi-weekly basis. *Maintain a database of prospects including updated records of contacts. *Successfully recruit those identified student-athletes. Student-Athlete Skill Instruction; Team and Competition Preparation: *Teach all basic and advanced skills required in the sport of Cheer during individual skill sessions, team practices, as well as strength and conditioning sessions. *Develop and implement of sound and safe practice plans that successfully prepare the student-athletes with the fundamentals of the sport of Cheer. *Develop a comprehensive and strategic plan for each scheduled competition throughout the season. Administrative Responsibilities: Organize and coordinate of a wide variety of administrative tasks which include, but not limited to, team travel, contest scheduling, budget preparation, office administration, academics (retention, graduation, GPAs, academic coaching, study tables), compliance, facility usage, public relations, marketing, style guide, fundraising, community engagement, fall-winter-spring-summer camps and other daily operations for operating a successful intercollegiate Cheer program. NAIA Rules Compliance: Be responsible for knowledge of, and adherence to all NAIA rules and regulations pertaining to but not limited to recruiting, eligibility, and general operation of the Cheer program. Position Requirements: *A solid working knowledge of Cheer. *Two to four years of Cheer and/or coaching experience at the high school/college level. *The selected candidate must successfully pass all University requirements for employment. Required Qualifications Required Minimum Qualifications: According to Ohio Christian University employment policy, all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the OCU Community Lifestyle Statement. Excellent computer proficiency is required particularly with word processing. Web site experience is preferred. Applicant must possess strong communication skills, the ability to work independently and under pressure of deadlines, and the willingness to work nights and weekends. *Education, Training and Experience: -Bachelors degree required (Masters preferred) -2 to 4 years of cheer/coaching at the high school/college level *Skill and Ability to: -Strong public speaking skills that connect with 18-22 year olds -Strong administrative and organizational skills -Strong communication skills both verbal and written -Ability to network with other coaches to continue growth professionally -Ability to successfully recruit a full roster each season (mission fit student athletes) Preferred Qualifications Limitations and Disclaimer As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Churches of Christ in Christian Union, Ohio Christian University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2). The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis, unless otherwise contractually bound. Ohio Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posting Detail Information Posting Number S0552018 Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 11/30/2018 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Quick Link for Internal Postings http://ohiochristian.peopleadmin.com/postings/1728