What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Men's Basketball Coach position at University of Louisiana Lafayette?
Position Title: Head Men's Basketball Coach
Department: 8921|Men's Basketball
Responsibilities:
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Athletics Department is seeking a qualified Head Men’s Basketball Coach. This position will report directly to the Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics. This position directs all activities of the Men’s Basketball Program within NCAA, Sun Belt Conference, and UL Lafayette Policies, guidelines, and procedures. This position is responsible for maintaining high academic standards to support the academic development and graduation of student-athletes while focusing on student-athlete welfare; successfully directing the Men’s Basketball program to compete for NCAA Championships; recruiting student-athletes; maintaining a culture of personal accountability in student-athlete performance and conduct; and developing the plan and direction of all practices, travel, and game activities.
- Execute all responsibilities as Head Men’s Basketball Coach in a manner that reflects an ongoing commitment to the excellence, integrity and success of the Men’s Basketball program, the Athletic Department, and the University of Louisiana.
- Prepare and organize daily practice sessions and game preparation for competition.
- Organize and administer the recruiting of prospective student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, Sun Belt Conference and the University of Louisiana policies and procedures.
- Engage in regular consultation with athletic trainers and team physicians to maximize the health and well-being of student-athletes.
- Promote the overall welfare of student-athletes at all times.
- Engage in regular consultation with strength and conditioning coach to schedule conditioning sessions to maximize student-athlete performance.
- Conduct the sport program by always promoting an atmosphere of compliance with all NCAA, conference, institutional and federal rules and regulations.
- Report all known or suspected violations of NCAA or conference regulations to the Compliance Office, any Associate AD, the Deputy AD/SWA, or the Director of Athletics.
- Maintain required compliance documents and other documents needed to demonstrate the principle of Head Coach Responsibility.
- Conduct the sport program so that each student-athlete is an integral part of the student body and his/her experience in athletics enhances the educational experience.
- Recommend through proper personnel procedures the hiring and/or termination of assistant coaches.
- Recommend and prepare the scheduling of all contests under the guidelines provided by budget, program scope, and all applicable Departmental guidelines, rules and regulations.
- Recognize the importance of promoting the sport to the general public.
- Recommend all expenditures for budget and authorize all expense vouchers; solely responsible for keeping expenditures within the budget.
- Demonstrate sportsmanship and the highest level of personal integrity.
- Maintain a firm commitment to the academic mission of the University and to the educational advancement of the student-athlete; directly responsible for the academic progress of all student-athletes on the team.
- Support the educational mission of the University and the professional obligation to enhance intercollegiate athletics by providing opportunities to educate students interested in this field.
- Serve as an ambassador of the University and its Athletics Department to all public entities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Minimum of 3 years of full-time collegiate basketball coaching experience (either as head coach at Junior College level or assistant coach at Division I level)
- Demonstrated success in recruiting and developing high school and college level student-athletes
- Demonstrated working knowledge of and proven track record of NCAA compliance
- Experience managing staff and budgets
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge, Etc.:
- Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
- Strong understanding of basketball strategy, player development, and game preparation
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective recruiting networks
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to promote academic excellence among student-athletes
- Demonstrated commitment to student-athlete welfare and development
Additional Requirements:
- Valid Louisiana driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of employment
- Must pass a background check and other pre-employment screenings
- Must maintain current CPR/First Aid certification
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Demonstrated success in NJCAA or NCAA postseason competition
- Experience in fundraising and community relations
- Experience with academic support programs for college level student-athletes
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