Mascot Coach

Department Spirit Squad

Summary of Job Duties: Responsible for the coaching, training, recruiting and handling aspects for the Razorback Mascot program. Organizes weekly practice, team meetings and team building exercises. Attends all home football games, assigned basketball and baseball games, as well as pep rallies, and other select events where the mascots are performing. Responsible for the care and maintenance of the mascot costumes and associated equipment that is provided by the spirit program. Schedules and maintains appearance requests on a weekly basis. Oversees the planning and coordination of tryouts. Effectively communicates with all team members throughout the season on matters such as performance, academics, personal growth, and various needs that may arise. Works in collaboration with the Director of Spirit Programs and Associate Athletics Director of Fan Engagement and Community Outreach as the mascot team plays a significant role both on campus and throughout the community and state of Arkansas.

• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• NCA, UCA, High School and/or Collegiate Mascot or Spirit Squad member experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Two (2) years coaching experience (middle/high school, club, all-star, collegiate and/or professional level)

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledgeable of mascot safety techniques and guidelines
Possess a positive attitude and the ability to work as a part of a collaborative team
Excellent communication skills, writing skills, organizational skills and the ability to motivate team members
Ability to provide leadership and serve as a role model for the team
Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds
Ability to work flexible hours in the evenings, weekends and/or holidays

Additional Information

Salary Information: $11.00 per hour

Required Documents To Apply

Resume

Optional Documents

To be determined

Recruitment Contact Information

Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions To Applicants

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening.

Required checks are identified in the position listing.

A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position.

Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution.

The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy.

Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity
Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity
N/A

Benefits Eligible: No