Head Coach of Men’s Basketball

General Summary (Purpose) of Position
The Head Coach of Men’s Basketball organizes, conducts and supervises all aspects of the men’s basketball team within the parameters designated by the university, applicable conferences and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

NOTE:  As this position is primarily coaching in nature, the provisions of the Article XIX, C of the Professional Administrative Unit Agreement are in effect.

Examples of Duties:
1. Oversee all aspects of the men’s intercollegiate basketball program by:
• Organizing, recruitment/evaluation of student-athletes
• Conducting and supervising practices and player conditioning.
• Scouting of future opponents.
• Preparing for and implementing game strategies.
• Participating in conference and NCAA meetings.
• Providing appropriate leadership, direction and supervision relevant to the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes within men’s basketball program.
• Adhering to all conference and NCAA rules/requirements relevant to the conduct of the intercollegiate basketball program.
• Preparing information relevant to budgeting, equipment needs, and program concerns.
• Assigning responsibilities to assistant coaches.
• Supervising all aspects of work performance of assistant coaches.
• Creating a positive and productive environment for the student-athletes.

2. Participate in promotional and public relations to advance athletic programs by:
• Providing assistance with departmental fund-raising.
• Representing the Department of Athletics at designated University, departmental and community functions.
• Serving in public relations capacities as needed.
• Encouraging staff and student-athletes to participate in community outreach activities.

3. Promote the University’s commitment to customer service by:
• Building effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed.
• Ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners in response to all requests for service and information.
• Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred
• 5 to 7 years successful experience in basketball coaching, recruiting and administration in a college or university setting.
• Proven ability to work with college students, and a commitment to the student-athlete concept.
• Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules, and demonstrated adherence to these rules in previously held positions.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• A job offer for this position is contingent upon a satisfactory response to a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and review.

Supervision Received:  Reports to the Director of Athletics