Assistant Coach-Dance

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in providing instruction to student-athletes regarding the specific skills needed to play the sport, to build and inspire great teamwork, and for their character development.
• Aid in the planning, organization, and implementation of inter-collegiate games and practices.
• Support the head coach in building a cohesive and competitive program.
• Maintain oversight of the student-athletes' academic performance.
• Comply with the rules and regulations of the league in which you will be competing.
• Adhere to universal standards of confidentiality and ethical decision-making.
• Assist the head coach with recruiting of student-athletes.
• Lead a leadership role in the athletic program.
• Assist the Athletic Department in athletic issues as needed.
• Understand and adhere to all external and internal regulations and policies, including NCAA, GLIAC, and national affiliations associated with athletics.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation, including criminal background checks and employment reference checks.
• One to three years of advanced coaching experience, with college coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong service-oriented skills and an exceptional customer service attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation, and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, both written and oral, transcending diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the University.
• Ability to work an irregular schedule, evenings or Saturdays as needed, additional hours during peak times, or as required.
• Prolonged sitting and standing.
• Use of personal computer and telephone (eye and hand strain).
• Some travel between locations is required (own transportation).
• May require some heavy lifting.