Head Women's Basketball Coach
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Head Women's Basketball Coach coordinates all aspects of the operation of Niagara University's Division I Women's Basketball program. This role involves supervising and leading all facets of the program, including staff, coaches, and student-athletes, in accordance with university, NCAA, and MAAC regulations. The coach is responsible for providing academic and personal support to student-athletes, instructing them in athletics, and recruiting new talent. Additionally, the position entails participating in fundraising activities, managing administrative duties such as budgeting and scheduling, promoting the team, and serving as a public figure for the university. This role requires maintaining confidentiality and is considered essential personnel, requiring physical presence on campus and readiness to perform duties remotely if needed.
Requirements
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- Strong knowledge of basketball coaching techniques and the ability to effectively communicate those techniques to the student-athletes
- Knowledge of recruiting techniques and the ability to use those techniques effectively for women's basketball programs
- Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays including both individual and group travel
- Ability to drive a personal or university vehicle for the purpose of university business
- Ability to travel when necessary
- Bachelor's degree is required
- A valid New York State driver's license is required that satisfies both University and insurance company underwriting rules and regulations for driving a motor vehicle
- Must also be able to operate a motor vehicle in Canada
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of three years' professional coaching experience in a college/university setting is preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead all facets of the women's basketball program, including staff, coaches and student-athletes, under the regulations of the university, the NCAA and the MAAC
- Provide academic and personal support to student-athletes
- Instruct student-athletes in athletics matters
- Recruit student-athletes for women's basketball program
- Participate in fundraising activities for the benefit of the women's basketball program
- Responsible for administrative duties such as maintaining budget, scheduling, hire, lead and supervise personnel under his/her direction
- Assist in the promotion of the women's basketball team
- Serve as public figure for university, handling public speaking, personal appearance and media interview responsibilities
- Engage with on and off campus communities in order to build support for the women's basketball program
- Maintain confidentiality of information
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Low-cost health benefits
- 6% 403b contribution
- Affordable tuition at Niagara University for you and eligible immediate family members
- Tuition exchange at other designated universities for eligible dependent children
- Generous holidays (20 days annually)
- PTO
- ½ day Fridays throughout the summer
- Approved employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Free parking
- On-site dining options
- Fresh coffee at Tim Horton's and Starbucks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
