PT Dance Coach

Job Title: Assistant Dance Coach

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Campus: Post Campus

Department: Student Affairs

Reports To: Head Dance Coach

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities: Long Island University, an NCAA Division I institution, seeks applications for a part-time Assistant Dance Coach. The Assistant Dance Coach reports to the Head Dance Coach and assists in developing a competitive dance program, game day activities/routines, community engagement and meeting recruiting goals.

Principal Responsibilities:

Assist in the recruitment and retention of the Long Island University Dance Team at the Brooklyn and Post campuses

Assist in the management of all aspects of the dance program, including practices, performances, equipment, and student athlete experience

Promote the academic success of student-athletes in collaboration with Student Affairs

Assist in the management of the overall dance team budget and fundraising efforts

Assist in scheduling practice facilities and times

Adhere to all rules and regulations applicable to Athletics, Student Life, and Long Island University

Travel with the team for games, competitions, and other activities as necessary

Assist in the coordination with other spirit programs to ensure a dynamic Division I game-day experience; and,

Help form partnerships and relationships with high school dance coaches and organizations that help attract top dancers to the University

Other duties as assigned by the Head Dance Coach, Student Affairs, Athletics, and other University leadership

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required

Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience:

Demonstrated expertise in technical aspect of the sport, particularly in jazz, pom, and hip-hop styles

Previous coaching experience, preferably in a college or university setting

Experience on a collegiate dance team and/or experience coaching on a dance team

Demonstrated talent in building cohesive teams

Clear evidence of leadership in and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and a record of working collaboratively with constituencies with diplomacy, empathy, and tact Sensitivity to and demonstrated an understanding of the needs of a diverse student body

Excellent oral and written communication skills with sound judgement and decision-making

High energy and enthusiasm to work with students and propel them toward success

Ability to design and implement innovative programs with a strong attention to detail

Interpersonal communication skills

Computer skills/literacy

Working Conditions:

Flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, are required to properly execute the position's role.

Occasional travel to/from other LIU campuses for the facilitation of trainings, meetings, games, and other university functions.

Compensation:

The part-time Assistant Dance Coach is compensated with a $10,000 yearly stipend.

LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.