What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Spirit Programs position at Creighton University Social Sourcing?
The Director of Spirit Programs will recruit, manage, lead, and administer the cheer team, dance team, pep band, Blue Crew,
and mascot programs. The director will also serve as the head coach of the cheer or dance team. This position will also assist
the marketing and fan experience team in the promotion of athletic events through campus and community outreach efforts.
- At all times employees are expected to uphold Creighton’s core values and demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment, while adhering to all University Ethical Standards of Conduct, rules, regulations, and job requirements, including required educational trainings.
- Manage the daily operation of all spirit programs, including the cheer team, dance team, and the Billy Bluejay mascot program. We anticipate a cheer team of 25-30 members and a dance team consisting of 20-30 members.
- Serve as the head cheer team coach and manage and oversee the dance team and mascot program.
- Manages and supervises the evaluation and selection of cheerleaders and dance squad members.
- Coach or oversee the coaching of spirit program members in the proper techniques.
- Recruit strong students for spirit programs.
- Work with admissions office to identify potential students through various outreach efforts including campus tours and other admissions office recruiting efforts.
- Manage equipment and apparel inventory.
- Manage spirit program budget.
- Serve as operational director for spirit squad assignments which includes home game appointments, community assignments, and road trips.
- Manage community outreach efforts through the spirit program to promote and maximize the Creighton University and Athletics brand.
- Engage with students and campus groups in collaboration with athletics marketing and fan experience team to help drive student attendance and engagement across all Creighton athletic and campus events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred.
- 3-6 years' experience in collegiate spirit groups, coaching, or marketing.
- Familiarity with management, leadership preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to lead and manage a large team
- Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines
- Remarkable focus on customer service
- Ability to work nights and weekends
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
AAP/EEO Statement
Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.
Disclosure Statement
This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.
