Assistant Coach, Cheerleading/Stunting (part-time)

Job Description

Summary: Queens University of Charlotte, an NCAA Division I affiliate that competes in the ASUN Conference, is seeking qualified candidates for the temporary position of Assistant Coach, Cheerleading / Stunting. The Assistant Coach, Cheerleading/Stunting is responsible for recruiting, building, and maintaining a competitive gameday cheer program consistent with the goals of Queens University of Charlotte. This is a part-time position up to 20 hours/week.

This position is considered a responsible employee for purposes of the university’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. As such, this position is required to report any incident of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence to the university’s Title IX Coordinator when made aware of such.

The Assistant Coach, Cheerleading/Stunting reports to the Assistant Director of Athletics and Head of Spirit. This position is not exempt from provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is eligible to earn overtime pay for hours worked above 40 in a single week. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Assist with planning, organizing and carrying out all activities involved with running Queens Cheerleading program in an efficient and professional manner. This involves, but not limited to: practices, competition, fundraising activities, charitable activities, gameday festivities, training, travel, purchases, and students’ academic success
• Provide instruction and development for individual and team improvement, analyze athlete performance, and prepare student-athletes for the highest possible levels of competition
• Assist with recruitment and maintain student-athletes within compliance regulations and Queens’ academic admissions standards. This will involve periodic travel for recruitment within budgetary guidelines
• Assist Head of Spirit with budget management for the Cheer program and give recommendations for cheer scholarships within budgetary guidelines
• Adhere to all NCAA rules and regulations for the sport
• Monitor student-athlete academic performance to ensure academic success and policy compliance
• Work collaboratively with Queens’ strength and conditioning programs, Sports Medicine Department, Queens Dance Team, Head of Spirit, Marketing and Gameday Operations
• Assist with coordination of activities for all home games, fundraising activities, camps & clinics, outside appearances with the Head of Spirit
• Create and provide purchase proposals to Head of Spirit and keep accurate and up to date inventory on all items purchased by the program.
• Participate in departmental meetings and activities when appropriate
• Work with facilities management and leadership to secure facility rentals/use when appropriate.
• Participate in University fundraising and public relations activities
• Coordinate and execute high-level sport camps and clinics throughout the year
• Supervise and conduct all official practices with the ability to transfer the knowledge and skills to student athletes and demonstrate certain techniques
• Ongoing communication with student athletes and staff
• Biweekly updates/meetings with Head of Spirit and Assistant Director of Athletics on upcoming activities and engage in strategic planning sessions

Non-Essential Duties:

• Other duties and special projects may be assigned to meet department and University needs.

Qualifications

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required

• Experience in collegiate level partner stunts and pyramids
• Knowledge and experience in gymnastics and tumbling preferred
• Written and oral communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proven track record of consistently modeling positive behaviors at all times
• Strong follow‐up and follow‐through skills as well as ability to plan, organize and control projects through to completion
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information and strong understanding of FERPA
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs or similar, and use of other office equipment to perform job requirements 
• Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license or ability to attain within 30 days of hire
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to meet requirements of the position, including nights and weekends
• Ability to move around easily and stay on feet for hours for practices and on gamedays
• Diverse candidates are STRONGLY encouraged to apply

Application Process
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1. A cover letter addressing the position qualifications and experience
2. Current rés