The Athletics Department is recruiting for a Head Cheer Coach. The Head Cheer Coach is responsible for the cheer program at the university. This position entails establishing and perpetuating relationships with cheer programs in regional high schools, recruiting and training student participants, developing student leadership, planning all aspects of cheer performance, planning and budgeting for program operations, and assessment of cheer activities. Collaboration with the dance team and marching band, all areas of athletics, communications and marketing offices, and admission department is essential for the success of this program. A review of applications will begin immediately, and will be accepted until filled.

Typical Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6pm - 9pm, some weekends as needed

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance recruitment strategies, in partnership with the Office of Admission, to enroll qualified members of the cheer team, including identifying and visiting with prospective students, attending regional cheer performances, visiting high school cheer programs, and establishing and perpetuating professional relationships with pacific northwest high school cheer coaches.
  
• Plan all cheer activities and performances, including selecting music and stunts, planning, composing and arranging drills and field activities. Assesses skills and assigns team positions; chooses team Creates choreography and cheers; organizes practice sessions. Monitors each cheerleader, recommending safe techniques, and supervising warm-ups. This includes coordination with the dance team, marching band, and sports information director.
• Manage all cheer operations, including budgeting, supervision of any employees or student leaders and strategic planning for program in keeping with the strategic plan for the university.
  
• Collaborate with campus colleagues in Athletics, Enrollment Management and Admission, Student Affairs, Conference & Events, and off-campus entities to ensure success of program.
  
• Develop student leadership and promote student engagement through membership in the cheer program.
  
• Work with University Advancement and Strategic Communications when requested to enhance outreach of the university.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Experience as a cheer coach at the high school or university level.
  
• Must possess a valid driver's license and driving record to become/remain certified to operate Linfield vehicles and equipment.
  
• Must have and maintain first aid and CPR certification.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
  
• 3-5 years or more of college/university or post-secondary marching or cheer experience.
  
• Experience developing cheer drills, routines, and exercises and teaching these for performance.
  
• Ability to develop cheer performances enhanced with a dance team or other related performance groups.
  
• Proven ability to work with diverse student populations of students to build a culture of inclusiveness in program.
  

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is physical in nature, requiring constant walking, standing, talking, seeing, and hearing. Ability to physically demonstrate dance techniques. Occasional sitting and desk work. Frequent running and climbing stairs. Constant exposure to weather elements. Requires operation of a motor vehicle and valid driver's license. Requires evening and weekend work.

Application Procedure:

To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following documents. Review of applications begins immediately and will be accepted until filled.

• Cover Letter
• Resume

IMPORTANT COVID-19 INFORMATION:

In order to create the healthiest face-to-face learning environment possible, Linfield University is requiring that all faculty, staff, and students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees should be fully vaccinated no later than two weeks prior to arriving on campus. To be fully vaccinated, employees will need to have the COVID-19 booster shot when eligible. Employees must submit their documentation at least seven days prior to arrival on campus. People who have tested positive for COVID-19 will still be required to show proof of vaccination. Linfield's COVID-19 vaccine policy, including requirements for compliance and exemptions, is available at https://linfield.edu/coronavirus-update/vaccine.html.

About Linfield University:

Linfield University is an independent, nonprofit university with two physical campuses. The main campus, located in McMinnville, Oregon is on 189 park-like acres just south of the charming historic downtown. The School of Nursing, located in northeast Portland, Oregon, is located on 20 acres. Linfield also has a growing eCampus. Since 1858, Linfield has connected a traditional liberal arts experience with practical education through 57 majors, including wine studies, sport management and nursing. Linfield also offers interdisciplinary graduate degrees in business, nursing, education and sports sciences. Linfield University is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. With a relentless focus on student success, Linfield is committed to a mission of connecting learning, life and community.

Linfield enrolls approximately 1,800 students from around the nation and globe each year. Thirty-seven percent of Linfield's undergraduate students are first-generation college students, and more than one-third are U.S. students of color. Linfield competes in the NCAA Division III Northwest Conference and holds the national record, across all divisions, for consecutive winning football seasons (dubbed "The Streak"). U.S. News & World Report has named Linfield one of the top liberal arts colleges in the nation when it comes to social mobility for four years in a row. See more of Linfield's accolades at linfield.edu/rankings.

The university's two physical locations showcase the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and a meaningful connection between the university and its community. Just 1-2 hours from either location are the snow-peaked mountains of the Oregon Cascades or the Pacific Ocean shoreline. McMinnville and Portland are both highly ranked for their access to outdoor recreation, as well as top locations for foodies and wine enthusiasts.

Although the school retains a historic affiliation with the American Baptist Church, Linfield's employees and students are not bound by the religious requirements of its founders. Linfield warmly welcomes all those who seek out Linfield's exemplary educational and career opportunities.

You and your dependents will have access to our Athletics Complex, including two weight rooms, racquetball courts, a basketball court, swimming pool, track, and indoor and outdoor tennis courts, and a 1.5 mile outdoor wellness trail. For those who are sports enthusiasts, you and your dependents can attend all Linfield athletic events on campus for free (except NCAA playoffs). Additional perks include 20% merchandise & clothing discount at our Barnes & Noble Bookstore, access to Microsoft Office 365 on your personal devices, and a Starbucks conveniently located on campus.

We Value Diversity: Linfield University is actively engaged in promoting, advancing, and confirming our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and vibrant Linfield contributes to academic excellence and critical thinking. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. All candidates are encouraged to address how their professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will build on our diversity and inclusion efforts.