Head Coach – Men’s Basketball (NJCAA Division II)

Job Summary:

South Arkansas College is seeking applicants for the position of Head Men’s Basketball Coach. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, organization, direction, and administration of the NJCAA Division II program. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Salary: The annual salary is contingent upon additional job duties, with a maximum of $20,750 for the Men's Basketball position.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervision of student athletes, assistant coaches, and other basketball related personnel, including volunteers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit and enroll qualified student athletes for successful participation in NJCAA basketball program.
• Plan, organize, schedule and conduct practices and games.
• Prepare a schedule in conjunction with the Athletic Director’s office that complies with institutional and departmental goals and objectives.
• Coordinate team travel.
• Monitor and support the academic progression of team members with a focus on attaining academic credentials.
• Develop and enforce team policies.
• Positively and ethically represent the men’s basketball program, the athletic department, and the institution to external constituents.
• Adhere to all NJCAA sport rules and regulations; attend all required NJCAA meetings.
• Manage and conduct a yearly inventory of all uniforms and equipment.
• Operate within all institutional and state procurement, travel, and facilities regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with faculty, staff, students, media, alumni, and boosters.
• Demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship, and conduct becoming of the coaching profession.
• Develop fundraisers to improve the basketball program.
• Conduct basketball camps and/or other outreach efforts to provide a community service to the youth in our area and any other interested youths.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletic Director.

Other Job Duties:

Full-time employment is dependent upon serving in a secondary role on campus depending on the needs of the college, the qualifications and background of the employee, and/or any other considerations.

Skills and Abilities:

· Strong organizational, communications, leadership, and computer skills required.

· Excellent public speaking skills to aid in recruiting and fundraising.

· Excellent organizational ability high level of accuracy, attention to detail.

· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously and with minimal supervision.

· Travel, including overnight and/or weekend.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required; Documented coaching experience or qualification; Verifiable clean driving record.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Master’s degree; Experience at the intercollegiate level as a coach and/or player.

Physical/Work Requirements:

Exerting up to 40 pounds occasionally. Evening and weekend hours are required. Travel to practices and games are required.

APPLICATION PROCESS (PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS TO APPLY):

Applicants must complete the South Arkansas College application form available at www.southark.edu/jobs. Resumes, transcripts, and reference list may accompany, but will not replace the application.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications are subject to the Arkansas FOIA. South Arkansas College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. South Arkansas College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status in the provision of educational or employment opportunities or benefits.

The college is in compliance with titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), and all other federal and state laws related to equal opportunity practices.

Chosen Candidate will be required to submit to a criminal background check and have acceptable background results, provide any certificates of training (if the candidates possess any) or Licenses, Official Transcripts (for positions requiring undergraduate or graduate education), must have a clean driving record and must complete all new hire paperwork prior to starting work. This is a safety-sensitive position and subject to drug testing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20,750.00 per year

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20,750