Head Coach, Women's Basketball

Head Coach, Women's Basketball

Job no: 495847

Work type: Full Time

Location: Troy, NY

Categories: Staff, Athletics

Job Summary:

Organize and direct a University-sponsored varsity intercollegiate sports program through the performance of coaching, recruiting, administrative, fundraising, and professional duties.

Who we are:

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world.

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related sport, including at least 2 years of coaching experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Applicants must meet all stated minimum education and experience requirements

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the specified sports program.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
• Knowledge of athletic recruitment methods and techniques.
• Ability to lead and guide student-athletes in area of specialty.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to initiate, develop and maintain appropriate contacts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Skill in budget preparation and management.
• Ability to identify athletic skill levels, and gauge the potential admissibility of student athletes

Representative Job Duties:

1. Coaching/Teaching: Provide the team with the training, instruction, and support to compete at the highest levels while striving to combine passion and competitiveness to create an encouraging, supportive and competitive athletic environment. Utilize team workouts and individual skill sessions to assist students in reaching their potential.

2. Program Competitiveness – Conference: The team should be competitive within their league as judged by competitive results (close losses), a winning record (.500 or better).
Overall: The team should be competitive within their NCAA Division as judged by competitive results (close losses), a winning record (.500 or better) and a strong strength of schedule.

3. NCAA Compliance: Ensure NCAA, conference and department compliance rules and regulations are understood and adhered to. The submission of all necessary tests and forms (annual, recruiting, etc.) should be submitted as per each deadline and any rules violations must be communicated with the Compliance Coordinator immediately.

4. Recruiting: Recruit highly qualified student-athletes. Use all methods available such as phone calls, personal visits, off campus evaluations, official (& unofficial) visits, camp evaluations, and electronic communication (email & fax). Communicate all recruiting information to the Office of Enrollment Management in a timely manner.

5. Financial Focus: Prepare an annual budget to support the operation of the program. Follow all department procedures and Institute policies regarding advancement of money and the reconciling of trips. Spend within the limits of your ICA, LGR and fundraising budgets. Work with the Assoc AD and Business Manager on all financial matters.

6. Administrative Responsibility: Demonstrate administrative acumen and responsible leadership in the execution of administrative duties. Is on time, maintains regular/appropriate office hours, returns calls/emails in a timely manner and maintains a clean and orderly office. Proper completion of these duties is considered essential for continued employment.

7. Professional Conduct: Demonstrate professional conduct and attire consistent with the professional responsibilities of the position of coach, while in the acts of coaching, recruiting and otherwise representing the department and the Institute.

8. Institute Responsibility: Be available for admissions visitation days, student open houses, medalist days, accepted student days, State-of-the-Institute addresses, and other Institute events as requested. Support community service opportunities when possible.

9. Academic Achievement: Set and maintain academic expectations that are consistent with Department and Institute goals, supporting and celebrating individual and team academic successes.

10. Secondary Duties: Fulfills secondary duties within the department (when applicable) with diligence and professionalism.

Shift:

Non Standard Shift: This position requires a non-standard work schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as necessary to support practices, competitions, recruiting, and Institute events.

Travel:

Regular overnight travel is required (up to 25%)

Driving:

Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting Salary/Rate:

Expected hiring range: $68,000 - $75,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions:

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact [email protected].

Job Posted Date:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information:

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

Advertised: 27 Mar 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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