Coordinator of Athletic Spirit Groups

Condition of Employment

As required by Executive Order 14042 , if selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination or apply for and receive a University-approved accommodation before beginning employment with the University.

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Definition of Class

This position organizes, leads, and directs the activities of the Rebelette dance team or cheer team. The incumbent supervises, trains, and coordinates student spirit groups, implements and executes game day activities, oversees recruiting efforts, and manages departmental expenditures. 

Examples of Work Performed

• Organizes, leads, and directs the activities of the Rebelette dance team or cheer team for designated athletic events.
• Coordinates a safe practice and training environment that highlights the performance and safety goals of the program.
• Updates manuals detailing recruitment strategies, try-out criteria and other policies and procedures and monitors and enforces NCAA, SEC, and University guidelines.
• Coordinates, reviews, and monitors training and strength and conditioning techniques with Strength and Conditioning and Athletic Training staff members.
• Manages and performs administrative tasks as they relate to athletic spirit events.
• Monitors expenditures and prepares reports relating to the financial aspects of the Rebelettes or cheer team.
• Collaborates with Athletics Marketing to design promotional items to recruit high school and community college future prospects.
• Monitors academic performance by working closely with Student Athletic Services staff.
• Oversees recruiting efforts by marketing, executing, and evaluating camps and clinics.
• Makes determinations regarding recruiting selection and scholarship offers.
• Develops and implements scripts for the Rebelettes or cheer team, for University and public performances, to enhance student participation, enthusiasm, and positive crowd involvement.
• Implements and executes game day activities and responsibilities.
• Manages seasonal program calendar and coordinates team travel efforts
• Ensures all assigned tasks are in compliance with department, University, Southeastern Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Serves as a liaison for athletic groups and other campus areas.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

Organizes, leads, and directs activities of the Rebelette dance team or cheer team.

Implements and executes game day activities.

Determines recruiting selection and scholarship allocation.

Monitors and enforces NCAA, SEC, and University guidelines and updates departmental manuals.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

Experience: One (1) year of experience related to the above described duties.

Substitution Statement:

Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

Salary/Wage Information

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EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.