The Head Coach of Women’s Basketball is responsible for leading all aspects of developing and managing a competitive Division I program within the parameters designated by the University, America East Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Essential Job Duties:
1. Oversee all aspects of the student athlete development and performance of the women’s intercollegiate basketball program:
Organizing, recruitment/evaluation of prospective student-athletes
Conducting/Coaching and supervising practices and player conditioning
Optimizing technology (e.g. scouting, recruiting) to enhance performance.
Preparing and implementing game strategies
Mentoring and providing appropriate leadership, direction and supervision relevant to the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes
Creating a productive and positive environment that supports student-athlete welfare
2. Manage administrative functions within the women’s intercollegiate basketball program:
Participating in campus, department, conference and NCAA meetings
Adhering to all America East Conference and NCAA rules and regulations, and maintaining commitment to compliance; head coach responsibility for entirety of program.
Abiding by University and Athletics Department policies and procedure
Preparing and executing strategic plan for program
Developing competitive competition schedule
Forecasting and managing budget needs relevant to equipment, scheduling, recruiting, travel, etc.
3. Provide supervision and direction to the staff of the women’s intercollegiate basketball program:
Hiring and retaining quality assistant coaches
Appropriately delegating responsibilities to assistant coaches
Supervising and effectively monitoring all aspects/activities of assistant coaches
Providing necessary leadership and staff development
Administering performance evaluations
Effectively collaborating with Sports Performance, Athletic Health Care staff, Student-Athlete Services and Compliance, and other campus constituents
4.Participate in promotional and public relations to advance athletic programs by:
Engaging in fund-raising efforts for program and department.
Representing the Department of Athletics at designated University, conference, departmental and community functions
Building alumni relationships
Promoting team participation and personally committing to community outreach
Other Job Duties:
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Weekends and travel as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Bachelor’s degree
5-7 Years Successful coaching experience at collegiate level or higher.
Demonstrated success in recruiting and administrating a competitive basketball program
Demonstrated knowledge and application of NCAA rules and regulations
Knowledge of techniques and strategies of the sport
Commitment to high ethical standards and academics success
Demonstrated success in recruiting nationally
Experience working effectively in diverse environments
Strong organizational skills
Additional Considerations:
Master’s Degree preferred
Head women’s basketball coaching experience at the collegiate level or higher
Proven ability to provide mentoring and leadership to student-athletes and a commitment to student-athlete welfare
Familiarity with the Northeast Region preferred
Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
This is a Non-Unit, Professional position.
A job offer for this position is contingent upon a satisfactory response to a Background Check/Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and review.
* CPR and CLERY certification within first 30 days of employment.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required at the time of application.
