What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Women's Basketball Coach position at Thomas College?
Description
Thomas College, located in the revitalized town of Waterville, ME which is mid-way between the beautiful coast and mountains of Maine as well as Maine’s largest city, is a private, not-for-profit business and liberal arts college offering a guaranteed job program to its graduates. Founded in 1894 as a private college, Thomas offers a rich professional studies curriculum for undergraduate and graduate students in a wide variety of programs including business, arts and sciences, criminal justice, education, and technology. In 2017, Money Magazine recently ranked Thomas 23rd in the country for adding the most value to their degrees, and data reported by the New York Times ranks Thomas College in the top 15 percent of all college and universities in the U.S. for upward mobility of its graduates. Thomas College is an NCAA Division III school and a member of the North Atlantic Conference (NAC).
Thomas College is seeking a dynamic and energetic individual for the position of Head Women’s Basketball Coach. This 12-month full-time position will be responsible for the management and administration of the women’s basketball program. Additional administrative and event management duties are required and will be determined by the qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the athletic department.
Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree and prior intercollegiate playing and/or coaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience recruiting student-athletes at the NCAA Division III level and working knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations. Experience in higher education and a basic familiarity with athletics in New England or collegiate level are also preferred. A valid driver’s license is essential. The candidate will have the ability to work as a team member in the Department of Athletics and the college community. Thomas College values and prioritizes the importance of coaches serving as educators and conduct that is ethical, moral, and inspiring.
Benefits Include:
Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 403(b) matching plan, paid time off, and tuition remission.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
