Head Coach- Dance Team

About UTEP

 

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 85% of our 25,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

 

Hiring Department : VPSA- Dean of Students

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

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About UTEP

 

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 85% of our 25,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

 

Hiring Department : VPSA- Dean of Students

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date:  As soon as possible.

Salary : $50,114 annually

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

 

Facilitate in all phases of the UTEP Dance Team program including, but not limited to, demonstrating techniques, recruiting, organizing practices and games, scheduling, and compliance with university policies and procedures. Analyzes performance and instructs student athletes in strategies and techniques to prepare them for gameday performances and at all campus events, sporting events and community outreach. Equipped students with academic knowledge and career readiness skills they need for future success.

Essential Functions

Organize, implement and conduct practices, training, and workout procedures for the development and improvement of individual and team skills.

Facilitate game day activities including, but not limited to, pep rallies, spirit activities, events and parades.

Development of a code of discipline and behavior.

Create, organize, facilitate and execute fundraising activities

Preparation and instruction for national competition routines.

Supervise University Dance Team while representing UTEP at athletic events and other campus and community related activities.

Monitors and encourages student-athletes’ academic progress and success to ensure continuing eligibility to participate in all community events, athletic events and or NDA competitions.

Administrative duties including recruitment, managing budget, social media platforms and inventory and reconcile equipment (i.e. uniforms, props, etc.)

Assist Cheer program at fundraising events (summer camp and competition)

Assist Cheer program in the absence of head coach and/or assistant coach, if deemed necessary.

Participation and attendance of various training courses, presentations, committees, etc. in support of the Department of Student Affairs.

Ensure program adherence to USA Cheer/USA Dance and risk management standards and practices

Plan, promote and execute large scale community events for 1000 participants annually designed to promote the program and engage in the community.

Works cooperatively with personnel in athletics department, attends department meetings and activities, always represents the university positively when interacting with the community, alumni, other higher education institutions, high school, studios, coaches, media and general public

Attend and actively participate in marching band rehearsals on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:30 AM to 9:20 AM.

Perform at all home football games and participate in most marching exhibitions, community parades, and other scheduled appearances in collaboration with the Marching Miners.

Work closely with marching band directors, section leaders, and fellow members to maintain a high level of musical and visual performance quality.

Additional Duties May Include

Attends seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities.

Participates, as appointed, on Intercollegiate Athletics, University, state, regional and national committees.

Collaborates with other entities on campus

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities : Responsible for supervising dance team members at all times.

Qualifications

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

and

Experience: Three to five years of experience in dance instruction. Experience organizing and facilitating dance clinics and/or competitions/showcases. Experience in budget management. 

A flexible schedule (including weekends and/or nights) is required.

 

Preferred Qualifications:   Master’s Degree  

                                           Certification in CPR/first preferred.

Additional Information

 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 25 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

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