Recruit, counsel, and coach student participants in the University's Cheer Team.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the EMU Cheer Team and coach the students to compete at a high level.
• Recruit cheerleaders to help grow and improve the academic and competitive level of the EMU Cheer Team.
• Conduct tryouts 1-2 times per year.
• Hold a consistent practice schedule throughout the week.
• Collaborate and coordinate with the Athletics Marketing Staff, Head Dance Coach and Director of Bands at EMU to create fun, high-energy, and positive game day traditions.
• Prepare the EMU Cheer Team to compete the national level.
• Manage the assigned Cheer 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 Cheer program.
• Help oversee and coordinate Swoop the mascot on game days.
• Market/promote EMU home athletic events on campus through the utilization of the spirit squads.
• Attend home athletic events and special events, supervising the cheer 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.

About Eastern Michigan University

EMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator that is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications from women, persons of color, and applicants with disabilities, veterans, and members of other underrepresented groups.

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