Head Coach – Men’s Basketball

Role: The Head Coach is responsible for providing Christian leadership principles to a winning basketball program within the framework of the mission of the university and the intercollegiate athletic department. In addition, the head coach is to establish an environment in which student-athletes develop as well as mature spiritually, academically, socially and athletically with the purpose of each performer and team reaching their potential. All activities of this position are to make a contribution to the fulfillment of the mission of the university and the intercollegiate athletic department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each of the following duties satisfactorily:

Responsibility A: To lead and develop the basketball program within the framework of the mission of the university and the intercollegiate athletic department.

Read and follow all provisions as outlined by the Policies and Procedures manual of the University and the Intercollegiate Athletic DepartmentRespond to all administrative correspondence in the requested time frame and attend all staff meetingsSubmit a projected yearly budget and stay within budgeted allotments as set by the Athletic Director and InstitutionKnow the rules and regulations of the NCAA and PacWest to ensure compliance with departmental, University, conference, and national policiesImplement game rules and PacWest /NCAA regulations on a consistent basisWithin the framework of NCAA policies, recruit prospective student-athletes who are of the level necessary to be successful academically and athleticallyEnsure assistant coaches and student-athletes are positive Christian representatives of the University at all timesAssign assistant coaches specific duties, supervise the assignments, and complete proper evaluations at the end of the seasonPromote unity within the Athletic Department by working in cooperation together and by supporting all University personnelResponsibility B: To establish an environment in which student-athletes develop as well as grow spiritually, academically, socially, and athletically.

Maintain the development and welfare of the student-athlete as the number one priority of the programEnsure academic success, focusing on classroom achievement and graduation requirementsProvide leadership that promotes positive Christian attitudes and good sportsmanship with all student-athletesWork with student-athletes in a fair, understanding, tolerant, sympathetic, and patient mannerTo student-athletes, provide instruction and spiritual guidance that will lead to positive values, acceptable behavior, and self-discipline consistent with the philosophy of athletics; motivate the team for maximum performance by utilizing motivational philosophies that meet the needs of students and that are consistent with Athletic Program philosophyResponsibility C: To develop, establish, and maintain a winning basketball program within the framework of the mission of the University and the Intercollegiate Athletic Department.

Display good sportsmanship in relationships with students, staff, officials, and opponents, as consistent with NCAA policies regarding the principle of sportsmanship and ethical conductMaintain up-to-date information on sport regulations, rule changes, and NCAA policiesSubmit yearly budget to the Athletic Director and keep current on all team expenditures to ensure compliance with the team budgetMaintain and submit all required conference and NCAA lists, forms, and records on time as instructed by the Compliance OfficeDevelop in each student-athlete a respect for University property and its careWork with the Athletic Director in setting goals and objectives for the Athletic Department; act in a wise and prudent manner when the Athletic Director is not availableAssist in the recruitment and selection of staff personnel and in the development of roles and responsibilitiesEffectively manage time in a demanding work environmentAdhere to all institutional, PacWest, and NCAA bylaws and regulationsEnsure the physical, emotional, and social welfare of student-athletesEstablish and ensure a safe environment for student-athletesUnderstand and agree to abide by the mission of the Athletic DepartmentResponsibility D: Perform all other duties and/or responsibilities as needed and/or as assigned by the Athletic Director and/or University administration.

Supervise home events as assigned by the Athletic DirectorFundraiseSpecific responsibilities include:

Submit declaration of playing and practice season and the schedule request formConduct team orientation before each academic yearEducate prospective student-athletes and enrolled student-athletes about NCAA Division II, PacWest, and institutional rulesMaintain pre-approved roster goalSubmit and log off-campus recruiting contacts and evaluationsSecure the release of potential transfer students and receive proper permission to contactReview, audit, and submit weekly practice/competition logs in ARMSSelf-report NCAA Division II rules violations to the Compliance OfficeReview summer regulations regarding Athletics participation, camps, and employment for coaches and student-athletesSubmit Letter of Intent forms for prospective student-athletesCoordinate the release of Letter of Intent signees with the Compliance OfficeCommunicate with Financial Aid, Admissions, and the Registrar’s OfficeManage annual renewal, increase, reduction, cancellation, or non-renewal of athletic grants-in-aid with the Financial Aid Office and Compliance OfficeMonitor compliance with NCAA Division II and PacWest bylawsSupervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervise assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and student managers. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the University’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university; two to five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Full Time Staff, Exempt

$95-105,000/yr

Benefits: Health, vision, dental, and life insurance. Retirement plans with employer matching.

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