Head Men's Basketball Coach (Part-Time)

Position Title: Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Reports To: Director of Athletics and Recreation

Supervises : Assistant Coach(es)

Position Summary: The Head Coach serves as the leader for the Men’s Basketball program and is responsible for operating all aspects of the program. The Head Men’s Basketball Coach will serve as a role model in meeting complementary goals in Athletics & Recreation.

Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred. Significant experience, as applicable, may replace degree requirements.

Experience Required: Minimum experience of three (3) years as an assistant coach or two (2) years as a head coach at the collegiate or the high school level is required. Playing experience is strongly preferred. Club experience will be considered.

Special Working Conditions: Regular evening, weekend, and flexible hours are required.

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position:

· Ability to administer an NCAA Division III intercollegiate Men’s Basketball program, including, but not limited to: recruiting, scheduling, budgeting, traveling, developing and administering game and practice plans, meeting and effectively communicating with administrators, coaches, student-athletes, and prospective student-athletes;

· Ability to coach, teach, and train student-athletes in basketball-specific skills, drills, and strategies;

· Ability to establish appropriate and effective mentoring relationships with student-athletes;

· Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the stages of student development and the importance of holistic education;

· Ability to be a team player within the Athletics & Recreation Department and the University;

· Good judgement and problem-solving skills;

· Demonstrated ability to effectively recruit, retain, and graduate student-athletes;

· Ability to communicate effectively and consistently both orally and in writing, to include checking St. joseph’s University- New York, Brooklyn e-mails regularly;

· Ability to transport student-athletes to practices and competitions, when necessary;

· Demonstrated commitment to continued learning and professional development, i.e., presentations, publications, service on regional and/or national committees;

· A working knowledge of computer programs and systems.

Primary Duties :

· Analyze performance and instruct athletes in skills, techniques, and strategies in preparation for competition and during contests;

· Coordinate general administrative duties to include budgeting, game scheduling, and travel plans;

· Communicate with Athletics & Recreation Department administrators and support staff, as needed;

· Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recruiting and scouting activities;

· Supervise assistant coach(es);

· Serve on appropriate departmental and campus committees, and be a presence in University activities and governance;

· Monitor student-athlete academic and athletic progress throughout the academic year;

· Adhere to all rules and guidelines of St. Joseph’s University- New York, Brooklyn, the Skyline Conference, and the NCAA;

· Monitor and ensure maintenance and respect of facilities and equipment;

· Maintain consistent and reliable attendance;

· Conduct and be present for practices and competitions.

Secondary Duties:

· Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics & Recreation.

Salary Start: $15,000.00

Please send cover letter, resume and list of three references to:

Megan Valentine, Director of Athletics & Recreation : [email protected]

*Please, no phone calls*

Pay: $15,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Gym membership

Work Location: In person