Sport Club Head Coach - Dance

Under the direction of the AS/SDSU Sport Club Coordinator, the Head Coach for the dance team will be responsible for the following duties: planning and administration; design and implementation of practice schedules and training schemes; directing and supervising assistant coaches with daily training schemes; coordination of member recruitment, auditions, and retention; coordination and submission of competition entries; coordination of team travel; alumni engagement; coordination of community and school outreach; fiscal management; and the promotion and marketing of the rowing program. The position averages 25 – 30 hours per week and requires availability for morning, evening, and weekend hours, including rehearsals, games, performances, appearances, and competitions.

The Dance Team Head Coach is responsible for the enforcement of rules, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Sport Club Handbook as well as all duties associated with coaching a collegiate club program. The successful candidate will be expected to enforce and comply with all policies and procedures established by Associated Students/SDSU, the Sport Club Program, United Dance Association (UDA), and the United Spirit Association (USA) while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU. The Job goal is to coordinate and oversee the program in the best interests of the students of San Diego State University.

REPORTS TO: A.S. Intramural Sports and Sport Club Program Coordinator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Annually for the duration of the sport season in which they are coaching.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Comply with all job expectations as outlined in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement
Ensure individual and program compliance with all policies and procedures of Associated Students/SDSU and Aztec Recreation
Ensure safety of all team members, assistant coaches, and equipment is the top priority at all times
Represent the team and Associated Students/SDSU in a professional manner at all times
Assist team members in achieving recruiting goals
Demonstrate competency in teaching, dance technique, choreography, and cleaning of dance routines
Attend or be represented at all meetings scheduled by San Diego State Athletics, Band, or Sports Club
Schedule performances, competitions, practices, choreographers, and facilities appropriate for the SDSU Dance Team
Assist team members in achieving fundraising goals
Oversee the timely completion and submission of all paperwork with SDSU, including travel forms, competition paperwork, and financial requests
Assist with the coordination of travel arrangements
Supervise team members and assume responsibility for their conduct at team functions
Work collaboratively with team officers and administrators to develop and achieve program priorities
Possess the knowledge to assess team members’ talent level for placement in competition routines
Maintain team’s positive community standing
Assist in the outreach to alumni to recruit support for the team
Represent the team in regional or national meetings with other coaches or organizations
Other duties as assigned
Ensure individual and program compliance with all policies and procedures of Associated Students/SDSU and SDSU Athletics

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
AED Certification
Attend all mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club Staff meetings and trainings

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of dance team skills, technique, choreography, and teaching
First Aid/CPR certification
Prior coaching experience at the high school or college level
Established networks within the dance community, and understanding of the rules/policies of prominent organizations (UDA, USA, NDA)
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Possess commitment to student and program development
Advanced level of knowledge in Pom, Jazz and Hip-Hop

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While working indoors, the lighting and temperature are adequate, and there may be exposure to unusual elements such as, extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises. Possible exposure to distracting/uncomfortable noise levels may require hearing protection to be worn when performing duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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.

Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads. Depending on job tasks, physical demands may require standing and walking for extended lengths of time and may require lifting, pushing, pulling, moving and carrying items up to 50 pounds (unassisted) and 75 pounds (with assistance), and using ladders.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit letter of interest, resume, and a list of three coaching references to sdsudanceteam@yahoo.com. Your application will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be interviewed ASAP. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Contact: For more information regarding the position, contact the Dance Team President at sdsudanceteam@yahoo.com.