Assistant Director Spirit Squad

Requisition Number:

65452

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

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Requisition Number:

65452

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

University Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

07-Jul-2025

Date Posted:

23-Jun-2025

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Job Summary

CU Boulder Athletics encourages applications for the Assistant Director for the Spirit Squad! The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting the Director in the planning, promotion and administration of the intercollegiate athletics Spirit Squad Program. This position will assist in day-to-day administrative operations of the entire Colorado Spirit Squad program, which includes the cheerleading team, dance team and CHIP the mascot.

This position will help the Director provide a vision and direction for the program, establish goals and take an active role in managing coaches and athletes, to ensure the program is in line with the CU Athletic Department's Mission. This position will help manage administrative aspects of the Spirit Squad: fundraising, budget allocation, scheduling, community service, travel, uniform and equipment needs, appearances and outreach activities (department, University, community and private events), tryouts, health & academic requirements of squad, leadership programs, team discipline, and manage current social media for Spirit Squad.

This position will assist with special events and other duties as assigned by the Spirit Director. This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department’s Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado and around the world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Overall Responsibilities:

• Assist in collaboration and relationship building with cheer, dance and mascot staff.
• Regularly attend cheer and dance practices.
• Attend some CU Athletic events where spirit squad is present.
• Assist in competition needs of the team including costumes, props, music, registration and preparation.
• Meet with Spirit Squad members on any issues that might arise that are non-coaching related.
• Work with Spirit Director and coaches on coordinating practices, participation and performances at home Football, Men's and Women's basketball, Volleyball, Soccer games and other events as requested.
• Must be able to work on weekends and evenings and possible travel with Spirit Squad to away athletic events.
• Help increase exposure for CU Athletics and the Spirit Squad Program through special appearances on campus and in the community.

Fundraising:

• Assist in fundraising for the Spirit Program’s operational budget and any national appearances.
• Cultivate, recruit, and ask former cheer, dance & mascot alumni groups in fundraising efforts/campaigns.
• Assist in developing and managing all aspects of the Jr. Buffs Spirit Program.
• Work on developing and assisting in all aspects of cheer and dance camps.

Oversee Scheduling and Planning:

• Help coordinate all Spirit Squad activities relating to tryouts, public appearances, athletic and special events, promotional and social events.
• Schedule logistics relating to UCA and UDA nationals.
• Serve as the internal contact for CU Spirit Squad to Athletics Department staff and the campus community in all matters relating to squad logistics.
• Manage social media team to update posts in timely manner.

Gameday Planning:

• Work with Spirit Director on Football rotation and performance schedule.
• Be present at all home games as a liaison for every Spirit team.
• Assist in Gameday planning with Director and Coaches.
• Ensure safety and student well-being.

What We Can Offer

• Starting salary is $56,000. Relocation assistance is available within Athletics guidelines.

  • Relocation assistance is available within department guidelines.
  • Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations, Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

• Experience supervising cheer, dance or mascot program with at least 3 years of coaching/teaching experience and/or marketing and/or public relations background.

  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

What You Will Need

• Knowledge of one or both dance and cheer associations guidelines (Universal Dance Association, National Dance Alliance, and/or United Spirit Association, USA Cheer or Universal Cheerleaders Association).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, judgment, initiative and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, plan schedules and coordinate events.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member, who will forge strong working relationships with professional colleagues, donors, team members, administration and other external constituents.
• Creative, high energy level and astute at generating and implementing new ideas.
• Ability to use social media networks, including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Computer skills.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Three to five years’ experience coaching cheerleading or dance at a high school, dance studio, collegiate or professional sports program.
• Knowledge of both Cheer and Dance Skills at a College level.
• USA Cheer Certification.
• Experience choreographing routines, coaching, teaching team and individual skills.
• Experience conducting tryouts, creating and implementing practice.
• Experience with fundraising.
• Knowledge of NCAA policies, practices and guidelines.
• CPR Training and First Aid Training Certified.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by July 07, 2025, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.

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