Head Coach

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: 12 Months - Annual Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively with college athletes and administrators.

+ Ability to organize an effective recruitment and retention program for student-athletes.

+ Knowledge of and strict adherence to NCAA & NJAC rules and regulations

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible to the Director of Athletics

2. Coaching - Organization and Administration of The Men's Basketball Program.

+ Develop and maintain a program that is competitive within the conference, region and On the national level.

+ Conduct planned, organized practice sessions.

+ Scout opponents.

+ Attend department meetings.

+ Work with Athletic Director/Associate Athletic Director on scheduling.

+ Hire (with the approval of the Athletic Director) and supervise assistant coaches.

+ Coordinate team travel plans.

+ Responsible for equipment purchases in conjunction with the Athletic Director.

+ Responsible for issuance and collection of equipment in conjunction with the equipment supervisor.

+ Prepare team budget.

+ Conduct fund-raising activities when needed.

+ Provide information as requested by Sports Information Director for press releases etc.

+ Submit names of award winners to Assistant Athletic Director

+ Submit eligibility forms to Compliance Officer

+ Attend weekly sports writer's luncheons when appropriate.

+ Develop a knowledge of and adhere to NCAA and NJAC rules and regulations.

+ Develop a knowledge of the university Admissions policies, academic standards and financial aid programs.

+ Submit an end-of-season report to the Assistant Athletic Director

+ Keep abreast of current and new coaching trends by attending clinics, workshops and conferences when appropriate.

3. Organization and Administration of Recruitment and Retention Program

+ Develop an effective communication/recruitment program with prospective student-athletes.

+ Develop contacts with secondary school and junior college coaches.

+ Develop a positive working relationship with the Admissions Office.

+ Submit recruitment forms as periodically requested by the Compliance Officer.

+ Develop an effective retention program for student-athletes in conjunction with the Athletic Academic Advisor, and Academic Support Services.

4. Public Relations Related Activities

+ Establish an effective communication network with University faculty, administration and staff.

+ Develop rapport with the Alumni Office.

+ Speak before high school, professional and community organizations when requested.

5. Additional Professional Responsibilities

+ Attend clinics and conferences related to specific sport.

+ Be an active member in state and national coaching organizations.

+ Attend department meetings and activities.

+ Serve on department and university wide committees when appropriate.

+ Fall & Spring game management.

+ Facility supervision of Esby during open gym and when needed.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics