Head Women's Basketball Coach

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Head Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for the overall administration of the women’s basketball program, including the direction, instruction and supervision of assistant/JV coaches.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct the women’s basketball program according to all NCAA Division III, Northwest Conference and University rules and regulations

Responsible for all aspects of practice preparation and competition coaching

Function as a team player within the department and shares the vision for the future of the department as outlined by the athletics strategic plan

Maintain effective communication with the athletic administration including the Director of Athletics, eligibility/compliance, business operations, and sports medicine.

Work closely with the head men’s basketball and head women’s volleyball coaches to collaboratively manage usage of the gym for practices and competition scheduling.

Recruit quality student-athletes to the women’s basketball program, including the varsity and junior varsity teams, and maintain appropriate roster sizes as set by the athletic administration

Manage the women’s basketball budget

Responsible for administering and working within the parameters of operating, recruiting and work-study budgets.

Follow purchasing and spending guidelines as set by the University and athletic department, and submit all necessary reports and receipts as required by institutional policy.

Meet requested budget timelines as set by the athletic administration

Responsible for the purchasing of equipment, supplies and uniforms for the program adhering to department policies and allotted budget during a fiscal cycle

Utilize the centralized online athletics management platform required by Athletics Administration to include, but not limited to, student-athlete communication, calendar management (practice, workouts, meetings, travel, etc.), NCAA compliance, eligibility, recruiting, and roster management.

Schedule all competitions and officials as approved by the athletic administration

Schedule and manage all travel arrangements as necessary for team and recruiting purposes

Provide adequate and appropriate notice to the faculty for travel that involves loss of class time

Plan in-season and out of season training and practice expectations as allowed by NCAA and institutional rules.

Responsible for keeping practice periods for the sport within the confines of the time specified by department and NCAA policy and with due consideration to the coaching staff and the welfare of participant

Cooperate with the head athletic trainer to ensure that athletes receive quality care, prevention and treatment of injuries

Attend all Pacific Athletic Department coaches’ meetings and represent Pacific at all NWC women’s basketball coaches’ meetings

Maintain driver eligibility and certifications, specific to the transport of team members and for recruiting purposes

COACHING RESPONSIBILITIES:

Effectively communicate expectations, team/ individual goals, and schedules in a timely and transparent manner with team members

Monitor and support student's academic progress

Maintain a team culture committed to improvement and competitive growth

Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport

Enforce disciplined and sportsperson like behavior at all times, and establish and oversee penalties for breach of such team standards by individual students

Exercise good judgment in projecting aspirational coaching behavior. Lead by example in promoting a positive image for the program

Encourage good sportsmanship and foster positive athlete/coach relationships

Allow athletes to participate only after they are cleared for eligibility by the University and the NCAA

Responsible for the general upkeep and protection of equipment under the jurisdiction of the program

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

Other duties within the athletic department will be assigned to this position. Responsibilities which may be included but are not limited to game management, internal operations and/or other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY:

The head women’s basketball coach will report directly to the Director of Athletics. The head women’s basketball coach will be responsible for direct supervision of assistant coaches in the program. The head coach will recommend new hires of assistant coaches to the Director of Athletics for approval. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

A Bachelor's Degree is required; Master’s Degree is preferred.  A significant and successful record as a head coach in the sport of women’s basketball is ideal. The successful candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills along with the ability to recruit high quality student-athletes.  The candidate must be committed to the mission of a private liberal arts University and possess an understanding of how the sport of women’s basketball and athletics in general fit into this environment.  Salary will be commensurate with experience.

  REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS:

Communicates with students, faculty, staff and the public appropriate to the age of the individual served.

Builds on basic learning and carries it from one situation to another.

Demonstrates critical thinking skills in problem solving and decision-making.

Asks questions and seeks assistance.

Takes responsibility to eliminate the source of problems.

Demonstrates confidentiality regarding information pertaining to all students, faculty and staff.

Maintains proper appearance and personal conduct for the employee’s particular job.

Uses effective communication skills taking into consideration body language, filters, listening, paraphrasing, and questions with customers of diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.