Head Coach Women's Basketball

Vermont State Colleges System • Randolph, VT

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About The Position

To serve as the Head Women's Basketball coach. The head coach will be in charge of all aspects of the Women’s Basketball program, including recruitment of quality student athletes, retention, fundraising, conditioning programs, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, and assisting in scheduling contests and coordinating travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, education, related field or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Comprehensive knowledge of USCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to deal effectively with students, college personnel, as well as professional USCAA compliance network and others outside of the university.
• Coaching knowledge and experience.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of the educational goals and objectives of Vermont State University including attention to accessibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong and varied technical skills and interest in recreational activities.
• Broad base of knowledge and skills related to athletic facilities, management, coaching, recruiting and other relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Weekend and evening work is required.
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence student skill development, such as communication skills, leadership skills, academic skills, technical skills, non-cognitive or ‘soft’ skills, and social skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster student development in the attainment of student success goals, such as academic purpose, sense of belonging/identity, agency, career readiness, civic readiness, access & equity.
• Demonstrated positive attitude regarding Vermont State University and a desire to improve student outcomes, including attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to support a diverse community and promote diverse perspectives, cultures in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting qualified student athletes within the intercollegiate athletic program to ensure compliance with the conference and national rules, establishing practice as well as holding practice sessions, scouting of opponents, preparing for, and coaching during games.
• Manage and report sports information through telephone and or written communication, including: releasing statistics, and results to the press as well as to conferences sites.
• Assist with planning and managing program budgets.
• Assist in schedule and coordinating athletic travel, transportation, and accommodations with the transportation coordinator.
• Assist in program’s meet schedule with the athletic director.
• Assist in game management for various athletic events.
• Distribution, cleaning, and collection of uniforms and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level