Dance Team Coach

The Seneca Nation, through its business subsidiary, Seneca Holdings, is now the proud owner of the Rochester Knighthawks, ensuring the franchise’s future in a city where the roots of lacrosse run deep.

At Seneca Holdings, we believe that a great workplace starts with a strong sense of purpose and community. As a company wholly owned by the Seneca Nation, a federally recognized American Indian Tribe, our culture is built on the values of quality, integrity, teamwork, professionalism, and connection. Every business we build plays a role in ensuring long-term economic self-sufficiency for members of the Seneca Nation. What sets us apart is we’re guided by the Seneca Nation’s Seventh Generation Principle, based on the philosophy that all decisions should be made with purpose, ensuring a positive impact on the future seven generations.

The Rochester Knighthawks are seeking a Dance Team Coach in Rochester, NY.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee the Rochester Knighthawks Dance Team to ensure they create an engaging and entertaining atmosphere at Knighthawks games and events

• Design, choreograph, and teach dance routines for in-game performances, promotional appearances, and community events.

• Mentor and provide constructive feedback to performers on choreography, techniques, and presentation.

• Plan, coordinate, and lead team practices.

• Maintain a professional and upbeat demeaner while representing the Knighthawks brand.

• Collaborate with game entertainment staff, marketing, and community relations teams to align performances with organizational goals.

• Manage scheduling, attendance, and performance standards for all team members.

• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and organizational policies during practices and performances.

• Assist with costume coordination, music selection, and overall creative direction for performances.

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

• High School diploma, or equivalent.

• 5-10 years of dance and coaching experience, including choreography and team leadership.

• Outstanding communication skills and a positive, energetic personality.

• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as required by the team schedule.

• Knowledge of the Knighthawks brand is preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Ability to maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations

• Creative mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances

• Team-oriented approach

Benefits and Compensation:

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

Compensation at Seneca is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The range of this position in other geographic locations may differ. The projected compensation range for this position is below. The estimate displayed represents the typical range for this position and is just one component of our total compensation package for employees.

The projected compensation range for this position is:
$20—$25 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.