Head Women’s Basketball Coach

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for the management and administration of all activities related to his/her sport and exercises direct supervision of recruiting, training, and coaching student-athletes participating in the sport.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct the sport program in strict compliance with all applicable NCAA and GLVC bylaws.
• Promote academic excellence and graduation by monitoring academic progress, study tables, academic meetings, and class attendance.
• Organize and administer practice sessions and other related training activities.
• Oversee the recruitment of prospective student-athletes in a coordinated effort with the Office of Admission.
• Manage athletically-based financial aid in a coordinated effort with the Office of Student Financial Services.
• and manage the sport operations budget including equipment, travel, meals, uniforms, supplies, etc.
• Coordinate team travel for competition to include van or bus itineraries, lodging, and meals.
• Drive vans to transport team when appropriate.
• Submit appropriate reports and forms to administrative staff as requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A Master’s degree in physical education or related field is preferred with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in academic program of study.
• Experience with Synergy, Hudl, or other video and analytic software.
• Familiarity with appropriate athletic governing organization rules and regulations (NCAA, GLVC)
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• An understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges in the environment of private higher education.
• Have, or be willing to obtain, a Missouri Class E Driver’s License.