Assistant Dance Coach (Intermittent Worker)

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking an Assistant Dance Coach (Intermittent Worker) to support the Dance Team in planning, organizing, and executing various practices and performances. Responsibilities include training team members and assisting with choreography for events.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. This position allows for flexible hours, capped at 720 hours per fiscal year. Strong commitment to NCAA regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
• Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing practices and events for the dance team.
• Support the development and training of dance team members.
• Assist with choreography and performance preparation for events.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Dance Coach (Intermittent Worker)

Job no: 510736
Position type: Intermittent Worker
Department: 890132 - Athletics - Spirit Groups
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Intermittent Worker
Position Open Date: Jun 10 2026

Position Function

This position supports the Mississippi State Dance Team by assisting with practices, choreography, game day performances, competition preparation, recruitment clinics, camps, and related program operations

Employees hired into Intermittent positions are limited to working no more than 720 hours per fiscal year.

Salary Grade: UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist with the planning, organization, and execution of Mississippi State Dance Team practices, rehearsals, performances, and related team activities.
2. Support the development of dance team members through instruction, feedback, skill development, conditioning, and performance preparation.
3. Assist with choreography, routine development, music preparation, and performance staging for athletic events, appearances, and competitions.
4. Support game day operations and responsibilities, including preparation, team organization, sideline or performance coordination, and other duties related to athletic event appearances.
5. Assist with preparation for national competitions, including practice support, routine cleaning, performance evaluation, and competition logistics.
6. Help ensure dance team members represent Mississippi State University with professionalism, sportsmanship, and adherence to program expectations.
7. Assist with recruitment clinics, tryouts, and other recruiting-related activities designed to identify and engage prospective dance team members.
8. Support summer camp operations, including planning assistance, instruction, supervision, and coordination of camp-related activities.
9. Assist with team travel, appearances, community engagement, and other assigned events, as needed.
10. Contribute to social media content and promotional efforts that support the visibility, brand, culture, and accomplishments of the Mississippi State Dance Team.
11. Work collaboratively with the Head Dance Coach, spirit program staff, athletics staff, and other stakeholders to support the goals and operations of the dance team program.
12. Ensure assigned responsibilities are carried out in accordance with University, departmental, and applicable spirit program policies and procedures.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: The above essential duties are representative of major duties of positions in this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Demonstrates sensitivity.
• Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules.
• Ability to work irregular hours.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Frequent interruptions based on changing priorities; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
• Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dirt, chemicals, etc.
• Job frequently requires walking, standing, lifting, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and handling objects with hands.
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Instructions for Applying

Please apply online and attach resume and cover letter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, [phone].

Accommodation for Disabilities

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and wouldlike to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi StateUniversity, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: [phone] [e-mail] .

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Advertised

Advertised: Jun 10 2026 Central Daylight Time

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