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Department: Athletics 

Specific Job Title: Assistant Coach Cheer 

Reports to: Head Coach Cheer 

Campus: Queens

Job Summary: 

As safety is the first priority, the Assistant Cheer Coach assists in ensuring all safety procedures outlined by the USA Cheer must be strictly adhered to. The person in this position also assists in the management of all personnel and aspects of the program to the preparation of student-athletes through practice sessions and preparation for performances, which includes assisting in the management and/or oversight at required athletic contests and events with the premier focus being basketball home contests. 

The Assistant Cheer Coach coordinates the timeliness and preparedness for all pregame activities. Any team appearance should always follow dress code policy and should be always in uniform, including traveling to and from games. The person in this position also ensure that the team remains positive and professional during games in lieu of many demands and distractions and maintain high standards of conduct and discipline while being able to serve as a proxy for the head cheer coach when needed. 

Essential Functions: 

Practices:  

• Assist in ensuring practices are structured and organized.  

• Support the head coach and ensure a safe practice environment for every routine.  

• Ensure all practice routines are certified and in compliance with USA Cheer regulations. 

• Required to be able to teach proper, progressional technique for all movements, including but not limited to collegiate pyramids, collegiate stunts and all other routines.  

The assistant coach needs to be able to moderate practice routines based on skill level and the strength and coordination required for each technique in the event the head coach is not present. The assistant coach should have the experience to assist the head coach in teaching and educating each team member on proper safety guidelines, specific to each technique as it pertains to 2.5 high pyramids, single and multi-base partner stunt techniques and inversions, and flipping basket tosses. 

Recruiting: 

• Assist in recruiting prospective students.  

• Help ensure tryouts and clinics are organized, well-advertised, and well-attended.  

• Ensure all insurance guidelines and safety procedures are met. 

Team Management & Representation: 

• Assist in team management.  

• Join head coach in continually educating team members about their high-profile nature and the importance of representation of the university.  

• Encourage a positive attitude whenever interacting with staff, faculty, and opposing teams.  

• Must ensure appropriate attire for team travel, practice, games, and events.  

• Help ensure student-athletes are always respectful. 

Administration: 

• Establish and maintain a working knowledge of the NCAA and BIG EAST Conference rules and regulations and St. John's University policies and procedures.  

• Maintain these operating guidelines, policies and procedures to ensure 100% compliance throughout the calendar year for all personnel associated with the program.  

• Ensure team members always follow all ticket policies. 

• With safety as a priority, assist the head coach in ensuring that all safety procedures outlined by the USA Cheer are strictly adhered to.  

Games & Appearances: 

• Assist the head coach in providing management and oversight at all required athletic contests and events.  

The premier focus is basketball home contests. The team should always be on time and prepared for all pre-game activities.  

Competencies: 

• Energetic and motivated individual 

• Ability to manage expectation, lead in a positive fashion 

• Ability to recruit students 

• On court skill development 

• Strong organizational skills  

• Academic monitoring 

Supervisory Responsibility: 

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly salary for this position is $20. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.   

*Important Note - St. John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer   

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events  

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.  

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.