Cheer Program Head Coach - On-Campus Leadership

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University seeks a dual full-time Spirit Program coach to lead three squads, coaching the Cheer Teams and Orange Dancers with oversight of a part-time staff. You will manage a yearly budget, coordinate game-day events, and support academic objectives for student-athletes.

You will recruit and organize tryouts, supervise travel for competitions, and collaborate with Athletics, Alumni Office and local charities. On-campus, with some travel during the season.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years intercollegiate cheerleading or 3-5 years of coaching experience.
• AACCA certification required prior to Aug 1; CPR/First Aid/AED training a plus.
• Candidates must be team-oriented, creative, motivational, organized, and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Teach, train, support, and mentor approximately 70 student-athletes within three Spirit Squads.
• Plan, supervise and originate summer camps and trips; travel and performance readiness.
• Choreograph national championship materials and verify video materials.
• Recruit throughout the year; organize official tryouts; oversee fundraising with related university bodies.
• Forecast and manage Spirit Program budget; handle uniforms, travel, and appearances.

Skills

Safety supervision

CPR/First Aid

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Flexible schedule

Job description

Syracuse University seeks a dual full-time Spirit Program coach to lead three squads, coaching the Cheer Teams and Orange Dancers with oversight of a part-time staff. You will manage a yearly budget, coordinate game-day events, and support academic objectives for student-athletes.

You will recruit and organize tryouts, supervise travel for competitions, and collaborate with Athletics, Alumni Office and local charities. On-campus, with some travel during the season.