Kilgore College is hiring: Part-Time Co-Cheer Coach & Strength & Conditioning Co

The co-cheer coach/strength & conditioning coach is responsible for assisting in operations of the cheer program within the policies and procedures of the National Junior College Athletic Association, Region XIV and Kilgore College. Additionally, the strength and conditioning coach will create and oversee programs that improve athletic performance, reduce injuries, and teach fitness skills. They may also develop individualized plans for athletes to improve their performance. The co-cheer coach/strength & conditioning coach will work closely with the other co-cheer coach, and softball and women’s basketball coaches, administrative offices and various departments on campus. Professionalism and good rapport among students, staff and faculty must be established, maintained and promoted

• Strength and conditioning coach assess athletes' physical and mental health, and monitor their progress. They may also provide testing and progress reports to coaches and supervisors.
• Strength and conditioning coach may teach strength and conditioning classes, and demonstrate proper exercise performance.
• Strength and conditioning coach may be responsible for maintaining strength training facilities, and establishing policies and procedures for their safe operation.
• Practice and maintain discipline and structure of program among student athletes
• Ensure that a high level of competition is consistent at all levels throughout the program
• Develop and implement strategies to promote student athlete success
• Strength and conditioning coach may educate athletes on proper nutrition, rest, and recovery.
• Strength and conditioning coach may consult with sports medicine or athletic training staff when working with injured athletes.
• Recruiting potential student athletes’ year round
• Strength and conditioning coach may collaborate with other coaches, trainers, and medical staff. They may also meet with sport coach to determine what athletes need to work on.
• Monitoring academic standing and eligibility of student athletes
• Upkeep of equipment inventory and organization
• Assist in maintaining a physically safe practice environment and plan effective practices.
• Assist in maintaining cheerleading budget.
• Distribute monthly calendar to cheerleaders.
• Maintain daily class and game attendance for cheerleaders.
• Monitor cheerleader grades.
• Coordinate teambuilding/bonding activities.
• Schedule dates for summer camp, practices, and uniform fitting.
• Schedule a date for tryouts for 1 week in March or April. (Scheduling should occur after spring sports practices.)
• Hold tryouts in an organized manner by teaching material at the beginning so students have time to learn it.
• Conduct some summer practices and conditioning.
• Send letter home to parents regarding practice gear requirements and uniform requirements.
• Give out summer pre- and post- camp workouts to stay in shape.
•  Attend cheer camp with the cheerleaders.
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum collegiate playing experience at any level
• Individuals must possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must have working knowledge of various technology platforms and software such as: Google, Microsoft
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, ability to establish professional relationships among students, staff and administration

• This Part-Time position will work around 19 hours per week for an annual salary of $19,500
• Worker’s compensation
• Participation in the part-time retirement program through MidAmerica

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. As a result, employees/retirees of the college are subject to the federal Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and possibly the Government Pension Offset (GPO) laws. For information on the WEP and the GPO, visit the Social Security Administration's website at http://www.ssa.gov/gp

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 6,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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All positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully remote positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus.

All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.

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