Head Spirit Coach, part-time

Missouri Western State University
Missouri Western State University

Posted on Jun 26, 2026
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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Head Spirit Coach, part-time
Department Athletics
FLSA Exempt
Job Summary
The Head Coach directs, plans, and manages the operation of the Spirit program including academic performance of student-athletes, coaching and training, recruiting, scheduling, budgeting, public relations, fundraising and promotion. The Spirit Program encompasses Griffon Cheer, Griffon Dance, and Max the Griffon.

This is a 10-month, part-time position with no benefits.
Employment dates are tentatively mid-July thru mid-May.
Essential Job Duties
  • Manage Griffon Cheer, Griffon Dance, and Max the Griffon and its student-athletes.
  • Manage, organize, and coordinate the Griffon Spirit Teams’ involvement in home football game day and home men’s and women’s basketball game day.
  • Monitor the academic performance of student-athletes.
  • Monitor the mental and physical health of student-athletes.
  • Develop training programs for team and individual student-athletes.
  • Coordinate the team travel arrangements and logistics.
  • Manage budget operations for the program and fundraise as necessary.
  • Initiate, coordinate, and participate in fundraising and community engagement activities.
  • Communicate as necessary with Sports Medicine staff/Sports Performance personnel regarding the health and injury status of student-athletes to help make better decisions regarding their training.
  • Participate in monthly meetings with supervisor.
  • Assist in the education of student-athletes on topics related to their health and wellness.
  • Serve as a major marketing tool for the Athletic Department.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain student-athletes to participate in either Griffon Cheer, Griffon Dance, or Max the Griffon.
  • Responsible for planning and coordinating all Spirit Team/Mascot practices and appearances.
  • Responsible for developing and managing all cheer and dance fall and winter youth camps.
  • Reports to the Director of Athletics or his/her designee.
  • Perform administrative duties as assigned.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree is preferred or commensurate experience.
  • Must have, or be willing to obtain within the first 30 days or employment, appropriate coaching/safety certification.
  • First Aid/CPR training is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to display the effective leadership skills necessary to run an athletic program.
  • Ability to coach student-athletes.
  • Knowledge of the fundamentals of the sport.
  • Knowledge of the specific skills required for each position.
  • Knowledge of budget management.
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations related to the sport.
  • Ability to hire, supervise and manage staff.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and other general office equipment.
  • Organized thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Physical Demands Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Additional Demands
Hours of Work
Varies with the needs of the department and sport teams.
10-month position — mid-July thru mid-May
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number PT051P
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 07/20/2026
Open Date 06/24/2026
Priority Deadline 07/01/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is your highest level of education attained?

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-3
    • 3-5
    • 5-7
    • 7+
  3. * Are you certified in CPR/AED?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial)
  4. Professional References (3-5 with contact information)
Optional Documents
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