Full time position will organize and manage all aspects related to the Women’s Basketball program including but not limited to: practice planning and game preparation; coaching and scouting; recruitment of student-athletes; player development and support; academic monitoring; campus and community engagement efforts; fundraising and alumni development; scheduling; travel planning; budget management; and coaching personnel management.
All coaches are expected to advance the mission of the department of athletics to provide an environment that supports the academic and personal achievement of student-athletes.Coaches at Delaware Valley serve as educators and mentors who promote athletic achievement, personal growth and development of skills for life through the experiential learning of sport.
Coaches are expected to work cooperatively within the athletic department, the student affairs division, and across the entire Delaware Valley community to realize goals in support of student success and university goals and mission.
Job Summary:
Full time position will organize and manage all aspects related to the Women’s Basketball program including but not limited to: practice planning and game preparation; coaching and scouting; recruitment of student-athletes; player development and support; academic monitoring; campus and community engagement efforts; fundraising and alumni development; scheduling; travel planning; budget management; and coaching personnel management.
All coaches are expected to advance the mission of the department of athletics to provide an environment that supports the academic and personal achievement of student-athletes.Coaches at Delaware Valley serve as educators and mentors who promote athletic achievement, personal growth and development of skills for life through the experiential learning of sport.
Coaches are expected to work cooperatively within the athletic department, the student affairs division, and across the entire Delaware Valley community to realize goals in support of student success and university goals and mission.
Prepare, organize and conduct and direct an appropriate schedule of team practice and competition activities that complies with all appropriate policies, goals and objectives
Establish annual recruiting goals and plans to enroll a diverse group of qualified student-athletes with the ability to participate at the Division III varsity level
Annually review rule changes from the NCAA and MAC conference as pertains to the program
Supervise and evaluate all assistant coaches within the program, recommending to the director of athletics the hiring and retention of all personnel associate with the program
Ensure and communicate expectations for student-athletes’ academic, conduct and other performance and engagement issues, collaborating appropriately with university personnel
Coordinate team travel, itineraries, housing and meals in a timely fashion in accordance with departmental policies and guidelines
Coordinate facility use and scheduling in cooperation with department personnel
Administer and oversee the program budget and purchasing activities in a responsible manner consistent with all department and university policies and guidelines for financial transactions
Collaborate with athletic training personnel regarding medical clearances, injury prevention, rehabilitation and playing status of student-athletes
Collaborate with equipment room staff regarding the distribution, collection, and ordering of athletic equipment and supplies
Promote and manage the development and coordination of university and community engagement and service activities that promote positive interaction between student-athletes and non-student athletes and community members
Promote and cultivate alumni programs and outreach in conjunction with Institutional Advancement
Serve as needed on department, division and university committees
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
The above job responsibilities are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.
Working Conditions and Frequently Used Tools:
Non-traditional hours
Travel and driving for competition and recruiting
Additional obligations assisting with university events (including but not limited to: admission and recruitment events; student welcome and orientation; alumni/advancement)
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated commitment to philosophy of Division III athletics program
Evidence of commitment to academic and personal development of student-athletes
Demonstrated experience and familiarity with recruitment of qualified students
Strong managerial, administrative, organizational, and computer skills
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated collegiality with colleagues within and beyond athletics
Working knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations and related compliance issues.Must pass annual NCAA rules test
Demonstration of leadership, sportsmanship and conduct becoming the coaching profession
Required Education, Experience, and License:
Bachelor’s degree required
Prior successful experience coaching
CPR-First Aid/AED Certification
Valid driver’s license required
Delaware Valley University reserves the right to revise, change or modify job responsibilities and position qualifications as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.