Head Varsity Coach, Cheer and Associate Director of Administration

Job Summary

The Head Varsity Cheer Coach/Associate Director of Administration is responsible for all aspects of the cheer program as well as being committed to the mission of DIA and the University of Illinois. Working under the guidance of executive leadership, this position is responsible for the daily oversight of the cheer program as well as implementation of strategic initiatives assigned by the administration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the cheer program.
• Implement strategic initiatives assigned by the administration.
• Maintain the highest standards and industry practices related to cheerleading.
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and University rules and regulations.
• Display professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff.
• Prioritize and contribute to the life-changing student-athlete experience.
• Adhere to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values.
• Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work, and some holidays, team travel.
• Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: 2 years cheerleading coaching experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree, 5 years cheerleading coaching experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintain the highest standards and industry practices related to cheerleading.
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and University rules and regulations.
• Championship Mindset and Expectations: Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; Prioritizes and contributes to the life-changing student-athlete experience; Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values; Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Appointment Information

• This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis.
• The expected start date is as soon as possible after 8/10/2026.
• Salary range is $60,000 - $80,000 commensurate with experience.
• Work authorization is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

• Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 14.
• Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting.
• Applications not submitted through will not be considered.
• For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illinois.edu.
• For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.