Temporary - Head Cheer Coach ​/ APEX Student - Athlete Development Assistant

Temporary
- Head Cheer Coach / APEX Student
- Athlete Development Assistant

Job : 301552

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctorallevels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2"high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than
100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, andthe East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro
- Georgia Southern offers adynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specializedaccreditation from numerous professional and academic associationsthat set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst insoutheast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, aswell as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting thedemand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders tosucceed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized forthe caliber of its academic programs and student experience.

Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes asone of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Statesboro Campus
- Statesboro, GA

Spirit and Traditions

The Head Cheer Coach / APEX Student-Athlete Development Assistant serves in a dual-role position responsible for leading the Georgia Southern Cheer Program while supporting the APEX(Athletes Preparing for Employment Experiences) Student-Athlete Development Program. This position develops student-athletes through athletic excellence, leadership, career readiness,community engagement, and professional development.

Temporary employees are employed according to departmental need and the length of time will vary by workload and may not exceed 1300 hours worked in a 12-consecutive month period.

• Direct all aspects of the Georgia Southern Cheer Program,including recruiting, coaching, practices, game-day operations,travel, scheduling, program administration, and cheer budgetoversight
• Assist with program assessment, event logistics,communications, and campus/community partnerships supportingstudent-athlete success beyond graduation
• Manage assigned student-athlete development portfolios andskill development progressions
• Oversee community engagement projects and serve as the Athletics Department liaison for Student-Athlete Advisory Committee(SAAC) initiatives
• Coordinate APEX workshops, networking opportunities, employer and alumni engagement, and career exploration initiatives
• Support the planning and implementation of career, leadership,and professional development programming for Georgia Southernstudent-athletes
• Represent Georgia Southern Athletics at athletic, campus,alumni, and community events
• Promote academic success, leadership, sportsmanship, and compliance with NCAA, Sun Belt Conference, NCA, and Universitypolicies
• Develop, train, and lead a nationally competitive NCA cheerteam, including preparation for and participation in the NCACollegiate Cheer Championships

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and relationship-building skills

Preferred Experience

• Collegiate or competitive cheer coaching experience and experience in student-athlete development, higher education, orathletics administration

$30,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

July 31, 2026

Application review may begin on July 31,2026.

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