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Job Title
Head Coach - Cheer
Location
Syracuse, New York
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs. Evening and weekend hours will be required.
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
Dual full-time position - (Fall and Spring semesters) July 16-May 15th.
Manage approximately 70 spirit program members within three Spirit Squads. Directly coach the Cheer Teams with supervising support and oversight to the Orange Dancers. Ongoing support and communication with the Mascot program given the collaboration that occurs throughout the year. Supervise and mentor a part-time coaching staff. Fiscally responsible for the annual operational budget. Coordinate with the marketing department game timelines; attend weekly Game Day meetings outlining quad and pre-game events, half-time celebrations, time-out promotions to enhance the fan experience. Support athlete academic objectives. Coordinate public and University appearances in conjunction with Athletics, Alumni Office, Cuse Athletics Fund and local charities. Safety training; fundraising and alumni relations; supervise training camp and trips; travel and performance readiness; update policy and procedure manual annually. Yearly recruitment and organization of official spring and fall tryouts. Attend all home and away Football contests; home Men’s Basketball; post-season tournaments / Bowl games with additional Olympic Sport support when requested.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum two years intercollegiate cheerleading or 3-5 years of coaching experience as a high school, all-star or college coach.
Skills and Knowledge
- Must have a strong record of safety and technique supervision.
- AACCA certification required prior to Aug 1 with CPR/First Aid/AED training a plus.
- Candidates must be team-oriented, creative, motivational, organized, able to work under pressure, have a flexible schedule.
- Applicants should possess exceptional interpersonal skills, be team-oriented and have the ability to work closely with a diverse group of students and administrators.
Responsibilities
- Teach, train, support, and mentor approximately 70 student-athletes within three Spirit Squads. Directly coach the Cheer Teams with supervising support and oversight to the Orange Dancers.
- Plan, supervise and originate summer camp and national championship trips; travel and performance readiness.
- Choreograph and design national championship materials while itemizing all video and required verification materials.
- Actively recruit throughout the year; organize official spring and fall tryouts; appoint selection of teams; oversee fundraising efforts in conjunction with Cuse Athletic Fund and Syracuse Sports Properties initiatives.
- Forecast and originate Spirit Program operational budget; order, launder, store uniforms and supplies; coordinate travel; public appearance schedules; organize University appearances in conjunction with Alumni Office, Homecoming, Cheer & Dance Day, Orange v White / Hoops & Scoops, Home to the Dome events and more; all other community and charity events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
