GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct the women’s basketball program according to all NCAA Division III, Northwest Conference and University rules and regulations
• Responsible for all aspects of practice preparation and competition coaching
• Function as a team player within the department and shares the vision for the future of the department as outlined by the athletics strategic plan
• Maintain effective communication with the athletic administration including the Director of Athletics, eligibility/compliance, business operations, and sports medicine.
• Work closely with the head men’s basketball and head women’s volleyball coaches to collaboratively manage usage of the gym for practices and competition scheduling.
• Recruit quality student-athletes to the women’s basketball program, including the varsity and junior varsity teams, and maintain appropriate roster sizes as set by the athletic administration
• Manage the women’s basketball budget
• Responsible for administering and working within the parameters of operating, recruiting and work-study budgets.
• Follow purchasing and spending guidelines as set by the University and athletic department, and submit all necessary reports and receipts as required by institutional policy.
• Meet requested budget timelines as set by the athletic administration
• Responsible for the purchasing of equipment, supplies and uniforms for the program adhering to department policies and allotted budget during a fiscal cycle
• Utilize the centralized online athletics management platform required by Athletics Administration to include, but not limited to, student-athlete communication, calendar management (practice, workouts, meetings, travel, etc.), NCAA compliance, eligibility, recruiting, and roster management.
• Schedule all competitions and officials as approved by the athletic administration
• Schedule and manage all travel arrangements as necessary for team and recruiting purposes
• Provide adequate and appropriate notice to the faculty for travel that involves loss of class time
• Plan in-season and out of season training and practice expectations as allowed by NCAA and institutional rules.
• Responsible for keeping practice periods for the sport within the confines of the time specified by department and NCAA policy and with due consideration to the coaching staff and the welfare of participant
• Cooperate with the head athletic trainer to ensure that athletes receive quality care, prevention and treatment of injuries
• Attend all Pacific Athletic Department coaches’ meetings and represent Pacific at all NWC women’s basketball coaches’ meetings
• Maintain driver eligibility and certifications, specific to the transport of team members and for recruiting purposes

  COACHING RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively communicate expectations, team/ individual goals, and schedules in a timely and transparent manner with team members
• Monitor and support student's academic progress
• Maintain a team culture committed to improvement and competitive growth
• Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport
• Enforce disciplined and sportsperson like behavior at all times, and establish and oversee penalties for breach of such team standards by individual students
• Exercise good judgment in projecting aspirational coaching behavior. Lead by example in promoting a positive image for the program
• Encourage good sportsmanship and foster positive athlete/coach relationships
• Allow athletes to participate only after they are cleared for eligibility by the University and the NCAA
• Responsible for the general upkeep and protection of equipment under the jurisdiction of the program

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor's Degree is required; Master’s Degree is preferred.  A significant and successful record as a head coach in the sport of women’s basketball is ideal. The successful candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills along with the ability to recruit high quality student-athletes.  The candidate must be committed to the mission of a private liberal arts University and possess an understanding of how the sport of women’s basketball and athletics in general fit into this environment.  Salary will be commensurate with experience.

 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS:

1. Communicates with students, faculty, staff and the public appropriate to the age of the individual served.
2. Builds on basic learning and carries it from one situation to another.
3. Demonstrates critical thinking skills in problem solving and decision-making.
4. Asks questions and seeks assistance.
5. Takes responsibility to eliminate the source of problems.
6. Demonstrates confidentiality regarding information pertaining to all students, faculty and staff.
7. Maintains proper appearance and personal conduct for the employee’s particular job.
8. Uses effective communication skills taking into consideration body language, filters, listening, paraphrasing, and questions with customers of diverse backgrounds.
9. Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.

About Pacific University Athletics

Pacific University is a forward-thinking, private institution known for providing comprehensive liberal arts and professional education. Pacific University in Forest Grove, Ore., is one of the West's oldest chartered higher education institutions. Pacific annually ranks as one of America's Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report and is ranked as one of the best tuition values in the West. With an enrollment of more than 2,000 students, Pacific University provides an excellent academic experience linking theory to practice in education. At Pacific, you can choose from 52 undergraduate majors in the College of Arts and Sciences. We also offer doctorates in optometry, professional psychology, pharmacy and physical therapy, and master's degrees in occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, and education. Our programs provide a wide variety of options for internships, study abroad, research, community involvement, and co-curricular activities. Pacific’s main campus is located in Forest Grove, Oregon, a distinctive location that offers the best of many worlds, combining the vibrant metropolitan life of nearby Portland with the rich and productive farmlands of the Tuala...tin Valley. We also have a satellite College of Education campus in Eugene, Oregon, and facilities in Portland that support the academic and clinical programs of the College of Optometry and the School of Professional Psychology. Our newest addition is the 105,000 square-foot Health Professions Campus located in Hillsboro next to Tuality Hospital. Our students enjoy small classes, allowing high-quality interaction with our engaged and engaging faculty, who continually receive high marks from students for excellence in teaching. Pacific’s faculty, whose work has been recognized nationally, augment their curricula with interactive learning strategies, service projects, and internships. At Pacific, you are encouraged to step out into the community and learn from other’s experiences while applying what you hear, see and do in the classroom. As well, we offer many extra-curricular activities, including student leadership, student media, recreational and club sports, performing arts and music to enhance your classroom experience. I strongly encourage you to take advantage of the many formal and informal opportunities for learning that take place outside the classroom. And don’t forget to take in a Boxer’s match, game or meet! Since 1990, Pacific's nationally ranked teams have won 11 conference championships, captured six district or regional titles and have competed in national competitions 30 times.

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