Men's Basketball Head Coach - Athletics

Holyoke Community College•Holyoke, MA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Men’s Basketball Head Coach is responsible for the administration of all phases of an Intercollegiate program. This includes recruiting quality student-athletes, organizing and training athletes for successful competition, and monitoring and supporting the academic success of the student-athletes. This is a professional head coaching position, and all duties must be conducted in adherence to the policies, rules, and regulations of all governing bodies, Region XXI, and Holyoke Community College.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate degree required
Knowledge of the sport of basketball as student-athlete and/or coach
Knowledge of recruitment and student-athlete development
Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work nights and weekends
Valid driver’s license
The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff
All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States
Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions

Responsibilities

Establish a recruiting strategy and procedures to include: preparation of recruiting letters and material, in person contact via telephone, zoom, etc with athletes coaches, parents, guardians.
Establish a comprehensive list of prospective student-athletes and regularly contact them about attending Holyoke Community College.
Organize, prepare and conduct team practice sessions to train and prepare for competition.
Direct, motivate, and advise student-athletes to prepare for competition.
Establish program and student-athlete goals.
Establish and enforce team and college policies.
Effectively communicate proper techniques, fundamentals, and team strategies.
Represent the college in a positive manner by demonstrating good sportsmanship and collegiality.
Meet with the Athletic Academic Advisor in monitoring academic progress of student-athletes.
Work with Athletic Director in developing competition schedule.
Develop relationships with four-year coaches and implement a plan to assist students in transferring.
Demonstrate an understanding and adhere to NJCAA eligibility and compliance, as well as applicable coach and student-athlete handbooks.
Attend and participate in coaching staff meetings.
Work with Director or designee in make sure student-athlete paperwork is completed.
Communicate with Director on uniform and/or equipment needs as necessary.