Salary:
Position Summary
McMurry University seeks an energetic, mission-driven Head Cheer Coach to lead the strategic growth, recruitment, and competitive development of its intercollegiate Cheer program. This position is responsible for expanding the programs enrollment impact, transitioning the program from a traditional spirit-focused squad to a competitive collegiate cheer program, and establishing a sustainable culture of excellence aligned with NCAA Division III philosophy and the Universitys Christian mission.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of the Cheer program, including practices, performances, competitions, and team operations
Develop and implement a multi-year strategic plan to grow the program and transition it to competitive collegiate cheer participation
Plan, organize, and supervise all practices, games, performances, and competitions
Design and implement gameday, event, and competition routines
Ensure strength, conditioning, stunt progression, and safety standards are met at all times
Recruit, evaluate, and retain academically qualified student-athletes capable of supporting both spirit and competitive cheer objectives
Build and maintain recruiting pipelines with high school programs, all-star gyms, club teams, and cheer organizations
Actively contribute to institutional enrollment goals through strategic recruiting in partnership with Admissions
Conduct tryouts and manage roster size in alignment with Title IX planning and institutional priorities
Increase program visibility through camps, clinics, community engagement, and collaboration with Marketing & Communications
Ensure compliance with NCAA Division III, conference, and institutional policies
Manage the program budget, travel planning, and logistical coordination
Promote academic accountability, leadership development, and student-athlete well-being
Support and model McMurry Universitys mission and Christian values
Enforce safety protocols, emergency procedures, and risk management standards
Complete required institutional, departmental, and conference reporting
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree required
Collegiate cheer coaching or participation experience
Demonstrated ability to recruit student-athletes and grow program participation
Knowledge of NCAA Division III regulations and philosophy
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
Current or ability to obtain CPR/AED certification
Preferred Qualifications
Experience coaching or competing in collegiate competitive cheer
Experience building, expanding, or transitioning a cheer program to competitive participation
Established recruiting relationships with high school or all-star cheer programs
Experience supporting institutional enrollment or roster growth goals
Previous budget management or program administration experience
Performance Expectations
Success in this role will be evaluated based on program growth, roster stability, competitive participation, student-athlete retention, academic performance, and alignment with institutional enrollment objectives.