Head Varsity Coach, Cheer and Associate Director of Administration

Coaching –

• Teach specific techniques during practice to cheerleaders;

• Oversee coaching staff in development of performance strategy;

• Plan, organize, and implement practice schedules, training sessions, clinics, and game/event preparation;

• Coordinate recruitment selection and retention of cheerleaders, including organizing tryouts and evaluation procedures;

• Ensure adherence to compliance with institutional and governing body requirements;

• Schedule and coordinate facilities, travel, and logistics for practices and games, including attendance at home/away games, donor events, and campus engagements;

• Oversee program operations, including budget management, purchasing equipment and uniforms, and distribution of travel-related funds; and

• Safeguard the health and safety of cheerleaders by following established procedures for injury prevention and response by maintaining a safe practice environment.

Strategic Initiatives –

• Support the implementation of strategic projects as prioritized by executive leadership;

• Coordinate cross-functional project teams to ensure project objectives and timelines are met;

• Proactively identify risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies, and raise concerns as appropriate;

• Ensure projects follow established lifecycle standards, governance expectations, and organizational change practices;

• Facilitate the design and execution of organizational change strategies;

• Prepare executive briefings, presentations, and synthesize materials that translate complex initiative information into clear, actionable insights;

• Coordinate cross-unit operational inputs (financial, communications, human resources) necessary for successful initiative delivery, ensuring alignment;

Promotional Initiatives –

• Protect and honor the traditions held by the University of Illinois

• Increase engagement between key campus constituents – students, alumni, community members – and university pageantry

• Grow the brand awareness of the University through community outreach and service