What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Woman's Basketball Coach position at VTSU?
HEAD WOMENS BASKETBALL COACH
VSC - UP Exempt
Grade 12
To serve as the Head Women’s Basketball Coach. The head coach will be in charge of all aspects of the Women’s Basketball program, including recruitment of quality student athletes, retention, fundraising, conditioning programs, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, and assisting in scheduling contests and coordinating travel.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to the educational mission of the University by coordinating the instruction of student athletes in the area of Women’s Basketball.
- Recruit quality student-athletes for the Women’s Basketball program;
- Instruct methods, strategies, and coach student-athletes in the sport.
- Schedule practices and competitions.
- Assist with coordinating travel (ex: bus/van, hotel, meals, etc.).
- Transport and supervise student-athletes while on the road.
- Train and supervise assistant coaches.
- Participate in fundraising activities to supplement the operational budget for the program.
- Monitor specific sport budget to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Operate the program under the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, and the NAC.
- This position will be responsible for monitoring academic performance of student athletes. This includes overseeing of class attendance, grades, class performance and study habits to encourage the attainment of a degree and maintain athletics eligibility.
- The head coach will be responsible for initializing and supervising community service projects in coordination with the athletic department, organize and implement the Intramural program and assist with game management duties
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
The Director of Athletics provides general supervision. Additional duties maybe required at the discretion of the Director of Athletics.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience in physical education, or related/appropriate discipline. Current CPR/AED Certification.
Available weekday late afternoons, evenings, and some weekends. Ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relation with athletic staff, trainers, student-athletes and athletic administration.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior Women’s Basketball Head Coaching experience. We are looking for a highly motivated, organized individual with strong interpersonal skills and with knowledge of coaching, teaching, and recruiting techniques. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree degree and at least one year of experience coaching at the collegiate level. Must be available to travel, have a valid driver’s license, be able to drive for the purpose of university business, and be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
Location: Vermont State University - Lyndon Campus, Lyndon VT
This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.
We encourage applicants with a demonstrated interest in building and supporting an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community at VSC.
Benefits Package
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Waiver to Vermont State Colleges
- Tuition Waiver to UVM* for dependent children
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long Term Disability
- 14 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Personal, and Vacation Leave
Vermont State University is a part of the Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS). VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact our HR office for assistance with accommodations at humanresources@vermontstate.edu.
NOTE: This job is subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.
