Assistant Cheer Coach

About This Role

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Cheer Coach to assist the Head Coach with creating and implementing the program’s operational practices, running stations, cheer camps and clinics while maintaining a high level of safety of the cheer squad through proper teaching of techniques and safety procedures in compliance with USA Cheer National Safety Standards, maintaining knowledge of gameday cheer trends to positively impact the game presentation, fundraising, and help schedule Willie appearances.

An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:

• Assist the head coach in coaching, managing, and advising students in the KSA Cheer and Mascot Program by assisting with practices, running stations, conditioning and warm-ups/cool downs ensuring team follows all USA Cheer Safety rules.
• Assist the head coach in overseeing and managing KSA Cheer and Mascot students at all home football games and select volleyball, basketball, and soccer games.
• Help with and plan fundraising events for the team.
• Help schedule and organize appearances for our mascot Willie Wildcat as well as the cheer team when needed.
• Travel with the team to NCA College Camp, NCA Nationals, select regular season away football games, and/or postseason events.
• Other duties as assigned

About Us

K-State Athletics, a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, invites applications for the position of Assistant Cheer Coach. This position will assist the Head Cheer and Mascot Coach in the external department of ticketing, game presentation and promotions, marketing, and sales, which strives to create ‘The Best Fan Experience in the Big 12 Conference.’ The mission of K-State Cheer is to provide an extracurricular activity for Kansas State University students interested in the opportunity to actively engage in K-State Athletics’ events. Participating students serve as ambassadors for K-State, engaging with and entertaining fans at community outreach appearances and athletic events to elevate the fan experience and create the best home field/court advantage possible.

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About This Role

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Cheer Coach to assist the Head Coach with creating and implementing the program’s operational practices, running stations, cheer camps and clinics while maintaining a high level of safety of the cheer squad through proper teaching of techniques and safety procedures in compliance with USA Cheer National Safety Standards, maintaining knowledge of gameday cheer trends to positively impact the game presentation, fundraising, and help schedule Willie appearances.

An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:

• Assist the head coach in coaching, managing, and advising students in the KSA Cheer and Mascot Program by assisting with practices, running stations, conditioning and warm-ups/cool downs ensuring team follows all USA Cheer Safety rules.
• Assist the head coach in overseeing and managing KSA Cheer and Mascot students at all home football games and select volleyball, basketball, and soccer games.
• Help with and plan fundraising events for the team.
• Help schedule and organize appearances for our mascot Willie Wildcat as well as the cheer team when needed.
• Travel with the team to NCA College Camp, NCA Nationals, select regular season away football games, and/or postseason events.
• Other duties as assigned

About Us

K-State Athletics, a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, invites applications for the position of Assistant Cheer Coach. This position will assist the Head Cheer and Mascot Coach in the external department of ticketing, game presentation and promotions, marketing, and sales, which strives to create ‘The Best Fan Experience in the Big 12 Conference.’ The mission of K-State Cheer is to provide an extracurricular activity for Kansas State University students interested in the opportunity to actively engage in K-State Athletics’ events. Participating students serve as ambassadors for K-State, engaging with and entertaining fans at community outreach appearances and athletic events to elevate the fan experience and create the best home field/court advantage possible.

Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.

For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com

For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/

Worksite Option

This position is  on-site. 

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Cheer experience
• Experience as a head or assistant coach at a middle school, high school, or college level. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strength and experience in coaching tumbling and co-ed stunting 

Other Requirements:

• Able to obtain USA Cheer Safety certification and clearance at time of hire
• Maintain a first aid and CPR certificate
• Must be able to travel and work evenings, weekends and holidays as required

This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:

1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
2. Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number, email address) 

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$16.00

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
• Retirement plan (No Vesting Period!)
• Generous earned leave plan – vacation and sick
• Parental leave plan
• Term life insurance Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Paid KSU designated holidays

K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2... 

 

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