Head Coach of Men's Basketball
Responsibilities
The head coach manages and administers all aspects of a NCAA Division III men’s basketball program. These duties require that the individual:
- Recruit academically qualified student-athletes
- Create and develop schedules
- Ensure compliance with institutional and NCAA rules
- Enforce Intercollegiate Athletics Department rules and regulations
- Participate in student development initiatives of the Intercollegiate Athletics Department
- Hire and supervise assistant coaching staff
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics
He or she may also have teaching responsibilities in the core curriculum of the physical education minor and activity program.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree. Three years of coaching and teaching experience, college preferred.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
The successful head coach must also:
- Know the rules and regulations of NCAA Division III men’s basketball
- Identify and attract outstanding students to the College
- Demonstrate skills in problem-solving, organization, and written and oral communications
- Possess a record of leadership
- Understand the Division III philosophy
- Recognize the role of physical education and athletics within a private, liberal arts college
Appointment
Full-time, 11-month administrative position.
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the applicant. Benefit package includes a tuition remission program for dependents.
Application
Submit a letter of application, current résumé, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three professional references to:
Head Coach Men’s Basketball Search
Athletic Department
Alma College
614 W. Superior St.
Alma, MI 48801
Application deadline is July 23rd, 2007. The anticipated starting date is August 1 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The College sponsors 18 intercollegiate sports for men and women and is a member of NCAA Division III and the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Alma College is an AA/EOE. Women and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
Posted: Tue, July 10th, 2007 at 4:16PM
