Dance Team Coach (part-time position)

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Position Information



Working Title Dance Team Coach (part-time position) Department Intercollegiate Athletics Compensation Title Position Number 30002770 Position Status Temporary Work Schedule
Varies based on time of year. Nights and weekends will be required. Hours per Week Average 8 hrs per week Months per Year 10 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Purpose of Position
The Dance Coach has the responsibility for the overall operation of the dance program in accordance with Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ), National Collegiate Athletics Association ( NCAA ), the Universal Dance Association ( UDA ) and Horizon League rules and regulations. The head coach must have a commitment to the philosophy of providing a dance program that emphasizes the educational welfare of its student team members and provides leadership in development of school spirit.

Note: No benefits provided with this position. Primary Responsibilities
Regular Duties

• Plan and oversee practices, which start in the summer and continue throughout the basketball season. Develop routines that will be performed at home athletic events.
• Attend all home basketball games and select other home athletic events. Attend Horizon League tournament and NCAA Championship events as directed by the Athletics Director or her/his designee.
• Prepare and oversee approved budget and order necessary equipment.
• Handle all travel arrangements: vehicle request, meal/lodging reservations, and necessary correspondence. Responsible for driving van and supervising the performances of the dance team.
• Organize tryouts annually. Secure judges for these and handle notification to applicants.
• Periodically check to see if grades are up to standards and give referral guidance as needed. Work with Director of Compliance for grade checks.
• Plan, organize and conduct fundraising initiatives to augment budget, further build interest, and recruit dance team members.
• Fulfill requests for team appearances at community functions as needed.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Prior experience as a member of a dance team; preferably at the collegiate or professional level
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a dance team coach, preferably at the collegiate level

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Resume review will begin immediately. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education Minimum Experience 1 year Salary $5,000 (part-time position) Pay Grade UN

Posting Detail Information



Requisition Number 2022S1614 Job Open Date 04/25/2022 Job Close Date 05/20/2022 Open Until Filled No Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11812 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * This is a part-time position. Are you willing to work part-time?
   • Yes
   • No
   • No response

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. References

Optional Documents