Job Description:The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the Men's Basketball Program, including but not limited to: Recruiting, eligibility, game and practice plans, budget preparation and monitoring, scheduling, supervising and monitoring assistant coaches, public relations and promotion of the sport, the department and Clark University
In addition, the Head Men's Basketball Coach will be responsible for fundraising, supervision of student athletes and staff during practices, contests and trips to ensure they represent Clark University in a positive manner; will work collaboratively and collegially with fellow staff members, others duties as assigned (including secondary responsibility).
- Identify and recruit student athletes who are capable of competing successfully on the NCAA Division III level and who are capable of succeeding academically.
- Develop season practice and game plans.
- Ensure that appropriate safety precautions are taken in practice, games and during team travel.
- Discipline student-athletes for infractions of rules, regulations and policies.
- Work with administrators to stay within fiscal and budgetary guidelines.
- Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
- Organize and administer the recruiting of prospective student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, NEWMAC, and Clark University policies and procedures; Organize recruiting materials and identify potential prospects; Develop recruiting strategy and maintain contact with recruits
- Develop a conditioning program along with practices
- Meet with players during the season and conduct post season interviews
- Maintain accurate record keeping and transparency within the program
- Comply with all NCAA Division III, NEWMAC and Clark University rules and regulations
- Perform other functions as assigned by management
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred
- 3-5 years of coaching experience, required
- Knowledge and passion for the sport of basketball
- Possess valid driver's license
- CPR, AED and First Aid certifications are required
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and communicate with student athletes
- Commitment and dedication to academic success
- Strong organizational and developmental skills
- Ability to work with a diverse population
- Ability to conduct practices and manage game strategy
Additional Information:Expected Hiring Range: $71,600 to $90,750
Pay Transparency Disclosure:The compensation for this position will be determined based on factors that include available budget, internal equity, and the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related credentials. This range represents Clark University's good-faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting consistent with Clark's compensation philosophy and internal alignment.
Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.
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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.
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