Head Coach, Women’s Basketball

The Head Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for all aspects of the women’s basketball program as well as being committed to the academic mission of the University. The Head Coach teaches the sport of basketball to student athletes, and provides for the coaching, recruitment, and retention of women’s basketball players. The successful candidate is expected to exhibit and promote sportsmanship, professional and ethical conduct and behavior as well as serve the institution as a positive role model for the student-athletes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Three years’ University basketball experience, preferably University coaching experience.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured to drive University vehicles required.
• Knowledge CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six months of and ability to follow University policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate baseball program.
• Knowledge of and skill in use of computers and software applications, specifically Microsoft Office Skill.
• Preparing, monitoring and maintaining budgets.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner.
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations.
• Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provides quality coaching and instruction to students participating in the women’s basketball program;
• Develops, implements, and teaches related basketball program curriculum;
• Plans, directs, and coaches an intercollegiate women’s basketball program that develops student/athletes’ fullest potential while being regionally competitive and ethically run;
• Supervises and coordinates basketball events and activities; attends scheduled basketball practices, classes, and all competitions;
• Provides ongoing oversight of student athlete’s conduct both on and off the court;
• Assists with conflict resolution;
• Provides guidance with negotiating campus processes such as registration, financial aid, residence life;
• Develops an event management plan for each home game;
• Reviews institutional policy on accident reporting and insurance procedures.