The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.
Position Description Summary/Purpose:
Recruits, trains and provides guidance to members of the Women’s Basketball team in a manner which promotes the academic, athletic and social success of athletes and is consistent with the mission and goals of the University of Bridgeport Athletic Department.
Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
Represent the University of Bridgeport and the Athletic Department in a positive manner with a high degree of integrity and quality.
Promote and support the University of Bridgeport and its mission.
Promote and support the University of Bridgeport Athletic Department’s program mission and goals.
Promote Women’s Basketball
Provide leadership in the planning and operation of the program.
Administer Women’s Basketball program within the policies of University of Bridgeport,
Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference and the NCAA.
Organize and facilitate all daily practice sessions, contest preparation, competition and off-season training.
Adhere to operating, equipment and scholarship budgets as established by the Athletic Department.
Delegate responsibilities to assistant coaches, student workers
Develop and maintain a successful recruiting system while maintaining a high level of visibility.
Assist in promotion and public relations activities for the University of Bridgeport Athletic Department.
Supervise and evaluate assistant coaches.
Schedule contests in accordance with the policies set forth by the University of Bridgeport Athletic Department.
Coordinate travel and meal considerations for away contests.
Select assistant coaches in cooperation with the Director of Athletics.
Enforce discipline and sportsmanship behavior.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or the Director of the Recreation.
Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.
Other Functions:
Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree; advanced degree preferred
5-10 years coaching at the college level
Special Requirements:
Valid license & insured vehicle
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Work Environment
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions
X
Work with fumes or airborne particles
X
Work near moving mechanical parts
X
Risk of electrical shock
X
Vibration
X
Physical Activity
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Standing
X
Walking
X
Sitting
X
Talking & Hearing
X
Using hands/fingers to handle/feel
X
Climbing or balancing
X
Bending, pulling, pushing
X
Driving
X
Lifting Requirements
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds
X
Up to 25 pounds
X
Up to 50 pounds
X
Up to 75 pounds
X
Up to 100 pounds
X
Over 100 pounds
X
Vision Requirements:
X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)
X Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)
X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)
X Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or
left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)
X Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and
spatial relationships)
___ No special vision requirements
Full-Time Employee Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401k employer match
Employee & dependent life insurance
Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
PTO program
Flexible work schedules
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)
The University of Bridgeport offers career-oriented undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees and programs for people seeking personal and professional growth. The University promotes academic excellence, personal responsibility and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. The University is independent and non-sectarian.
