The High Point University NCAA Dance Head Coach shall be responsible for supporting the leading coordinating and coaching of the program in a manner consistent with High Point Universitys vision mission and values and within the designated budget. This team member has the opportunity to create an environment that nurtures the development of students as athletes and as members of the community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Experience and Training:
- Dance choreography experience successful experience in coaching dance and program administration preferred.
- Bachelors Degree in related fields
- Experience Coaching and developing athletes who have a range of skill levels goals and abilities (including those with high performance goals and those who seek being a team member)
- Certified as necessary
- Valid First Aid certificate (minimum Basic First Aid with CPR C/AED)
- Valid Drivers License
Knowledge Skills Ability:
- Experience planning and implementing training plans and competition and selection protocols
- Experience managing and coordinating an athletic program of some form
- Organized
- Flexible hours to include some nights and weekends
- Demonstrated ability to coach sound techniques
- Competence in current sports training technologies
- Familiar with safety rules and procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word) and social media
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
Program Management and Development
- Designs and implements a program to develop athletes. This includes establishing goals structure and direction for the program as a whole.
- Works with the Associate Athletic Director for Intercollegiate Club Sports to develop a 3-year program plan and implement.
Coaching and Athlete Development
- Coaches all members of the HPU Program for the Fall and Spring Semesters.
- Establishes consistent and transparent training plans and selection and athlete monitoring protocols.
- Recruits athletes to the program.
- Organizes and maintains up to date registration contact and medical information.
- Arranges all aspects of competitions and schedule with the Assistant AD
Communication
- In cooperation with the athletic department maintains and disseminates information including registration process and timelines (comprehensive of publicizing on Website and Social Media).
- Ensures that the High Point University Vision Mission Values and Policies (especially with regard to safety and equipment) are understood and adhered to by all athletes.
Equipment
- Informs Assistant Athletic Director of all equipment and other needs of the program.
- Liaises with the Assistant Athletic Director to ensure equipment is in working order.
COMPETENCIES
- Leading People: Motivating for peak performance; promoting empowerment & developing others; Building team orientation.
- Achieving Results: Vision and goal setting; Planning organizing coordinating
- Personal Effectiveness: Fostering trust; Flexibility; Initiative and results orientation; Integrity and self-control
- Interpersonal: Communicating effectively & listening understanding and responding; Teamwork and cooperation
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Candidate must have the ability to work effectively and independently with students (with minimal supervision) in a dynamic and flexible environment.
For more information about this position please contact Dr. Stephen Denny Associate Athletic Director for Intercollegiate Club Sports at