Recruit, counsel, and coach student participants in the University's Dance Team.
Title: Head Dance Coach
Employee Classification: AH
Pay Grade: AH 02
Division: VP Dir Intercollegiate Athletics
Subdivision: Cheerleaders
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Campus Location: Main Campus
General Summary
Recruit, counsel, and coach student participants in the University's Dance Team.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of the EMU Dance Team and coach the students to compete at a high level.
Recruit dancers to help grow and improve the academic and competitive level of the EMU Dance TeamConduct tryouts 1-2 times per year.
Hold a consistent practice schedule throughout the week.
Collaborate and coordinate with the Athletics Marketing Staff, Head Cheer Coach and Director of Bands at EMU to create fun, high-energy, and positive game day traditions.
Prepare the EMU Dance Team to compete the national level.
Manage the assigned Dance Team budget in a fiscally responsible manner.
Conduct numerous fundraisers throughout the season to bring income back into the program.
Maintain clear communication with the EMU Marketing Staff to stay up-to-date on upcoming events, appearances, and initiatives while keeping the administration aware of matters within the Dance Team.
Market/promote EMU home athletic events on campus through the utilization of the spirit squads.
Attend home athletic events and special events, supervising the dance program as well as helping with the game day initiatives.
Attend department all-staff meetings and perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline from a regionally accredited institution is required.
At least two (2) years of relevant experience is required.