Rocky Mountain College, an NAIA member institution, member of the Frontier Conference and associate member of the Cascade Collegiate Conference, is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the role of Head Coach of the Bears Cheer program. This position is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the success of the cheer program, Department of Athletics, and Rocky Mountain College. The head coach’s roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and implement training plans focused on skill development, safety, and
• Lead practices, choreography sessions, and game-day
• Maintain a safe training environment and enforce risk-management
• Mentor student-athletes in academic progress, personal conduct, and
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented
• Identify, recruit, and retain qualified student-athletes aligned with institutional
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and communication
• Manage program budget, purchasing, and financial procedures in accordance with college
• Coordinate travel arrangements, itineraries, and event
• Supervise assistant coaches, volunteers, and student
• Ensure adherence to college, conference, and national governing-body
• Participate in departmental meetings, campus events, and community
• Collaborate with athletics staff and campus partners to support program

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Leadership & Team Building – Demonstrates the ability to motivate, guide, and develop student-athletes and staff.
• Communication – Communicates clearly and professionally with students, colleagues, and external
• Technical Expertise – Possesses strong know1edge of cheer techniques, safety standards, and performance strategy.
• Organizational Skills – Manages schedules, budgets, and administrative tasks with accuracy and
• Ethical Judgment – Makes solid decisions aligned with institutional values and student well-being.
• Cultural Competence – Supports an inclusive environment and demonstrates respect for diverse
• Problem-Solving – Anticipates challenges and implements effective

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited
• Prior coaching experience in cheer, dance, or a related athletic
• Knowledge of safety standards, stunt regulations, and conditioning
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon
• Collegiate-level coaching
• Experience supervising staff or student
• Certification through NAIA rules and policies

BENEFITS

Benefits package includes medical insurance, voluntary dental and vision, life insurance, additional voluntary life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, retirement plan, and tuition remission.

WORK AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The work and physical environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a resume and letter of interest to iobs@rocky.edu. Applicants must also complete a Rocky Mountain College Staff Application. If offered the position, the candidate must also successfully complete a background check before hiring.

This is a full-time position with salary range of $38,000 to $40,000.