Director of Cheer and Dance Program at Fresno Pacific University

Position SummaryThe Director of Cheer and Dance Program provides leadership organization and oversight for Fresno Pacific Universitys Cheer and Dance programs which operate as club sports under the Department of Athletics. This position is responsible for recruiting training and coaching student-athletes; developing performances for campus and community events; and enhancing the game-day environment at FPU athletic contests.The Director fosters school spirit student engagement and community connection through creative programming and faith-centered mentorship. The role develops outreach opportunities including youth cheer and dance camps halftime exhibitions and appearances at local schools churches and community events all designed to strengthen the visibility and mission of Fresno Pacific University.This position collaborates closely with Student Life and Athletics to enhance campus engagement coordinate spirit-related events and ensure that all activities reflect the mission vision and values of FPU.Essential FunctionsProgram LeadershipProvide direct oversight and supervision for the Cheer and Dance Team as FPU club sports programs.Lead all aspects of recruiting training and supervision of student participants and team leaders.Develop and implement practice and performance and competition schedules choreography and conditioning programs that promote safety teamwork and excellence.Establish a minimum roster of 30 student participants for Fall 2026 with growth to 40 in subsequent years.Supervise and mentor assistance coaches graduate assistants and student leaders as assigned.Provide full oversight of Sunny the university mascot including scheduling appearances supervising and training designated performers managing costume care and maintenance and maintaining performance standards that reflect the mission and values of FPU.Game Day & Campus EngagementEnhance the game-day atmosphere at home athletic events through coordinated performances crowd engagement and themed activities.Collaborate with Athletics Marketing Game Operations and Student Life to create a vibrant and engaging fan experience.Plan and direct performances at university functions such as Flight Night Homecoming and other Campus events promoting school pride.Coordinate mascot involvement at Athletic contests campus functions and community events to enhance engagement and school spirit.Community Outreach & EventsDevelop youth cheer and dance camps halftime exhibitions and appearances at local schools churches and community gatherings.Coordinate community performances and service events that build positive visibility for FPU.Partner with University Advancement and Admissions to incorporate the Cheer and Dance Teams into outreach recruitment and promotional activities.Administration & ComplianceManage operational budgets scholarship budgets roster requirements inventory and purchases for uniforms equipment and supplies.Ensure adherence to university club sport policies risk management procedures and safety standards.Maintain accurate rosters participation records and travel documentation.Collaborate with Student Life and Athletics Administration to ensure alignment with institutional priorities and mission.Other ResponsibilitiesAttend department meetings and professional development opportunities.Support the overall mission of FPU Athletics and Student Life through active participation in campus initiatives.Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students and colleagues in a context of a Christian University integrating your Christian faith into your role and responsibilities.Embrace themission vision and values of Fresno Pacific University affirm theFPU Faith Expectations and support the ideals and practices articulated in The Fresno Pacific IdeaUphold and advance Fresno Pacific Universitys commitment to Christ-centered higher education holistic student development and serving diverse communities.Complete tasks timely with work that is comprehensive complete and accurateCommunicates clearly listens attentively and seeks to understand othersCollaborates productively with colleagues of varying skillsetOther job duties as assignedQualificationsBachelors degree from an accredited institution.Experience coaching or directing cheer dance or spirit programs.Demonstrated ability to recruit train and mentor student-athletes.Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills.Commitment to the Christian mission and values of Fresno Pacific University.Preferred:Masters degree in kinesiology education sports management or related field.Experience directly collegiate or high school-level cheer or dance programs.Background in choreography event planning or campus engagement.Ability to work evenings weekends and travel as required.Environmental Conditions:Indoors in gymnasiums dance studios and offices with some exposure to excessive noise dust fumes vibrations and temperature changes at least eighty percent (80%) of the time.Frequent evening and weekend commitments for practices games competitions and community appearances.Frequent computer use at a workstation up to eight hours per day.Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.Drive personal or University vehicles to appointments.Public contact position requiring professional apparel personal hygiene and grooming. Physical Demands:This position typically functions indoors in an office environment with moderate noise associated with athletics and business office equipment. The position does involve travel for meetings and events.While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to: demonstrate cheer dance and stunt skills remain in a stationary position be able to move about to access file cabinets/office machinery etc. operate a computer and keyboard and other office productivity machinery such as calculators/copy machines/printers. The employee is occasionally required to position self to reach items on the floor and in high cabinetry.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be able to communicate with others to exchange information including both over the telephone and in-person communication with callers and community members and be able to read a computer screen and paper documents.Reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities will be provided in accordance with law.University Information$70304 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Fresno Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications experience and internal addition to compensation FPU offers competitive benefits package.Reserving its rights as a religious institution Fresno Pacific University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin ethnicity sex age or disability or other classes protected by applicable law. Committed to excellence and actively supportive of cultural diversity FPU invites individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you should contact FPUs Human Resources Department at. As a religious institution the University will administer the equal opportunity employment policy consistent with the Fresno Pacific University statement of faith the FPU Idea and the Universitys governance by the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.**This information is accurate as of December 9 2025**Required Experience:Director Key Skills Nurse Management,Program Management,Employee Evaluation,Management Experience,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Budgeting,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Supervising Experience,Addiction Counseling Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1