Head Mens Basketball Coach

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Job Details

Job Location

Nichols College - Dudley, MA

Position Type

Job Details

Job Location

Nichols College - Dudley, MA

Position Type

Contractor

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Head Mens Basketball Coach

DEPARTMENT: Division of Athletics

REPORTS TO: Vice President/Director of Athletics

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a full time, 12-month salaried position charged with coaching and managing the men’s basketball program. As a head coach for the men’s basketball team, this position accepts responsibility of assisting the VP/Director of Athletics in leadership, vision, and supervision of the program. Nichols College, a member of the NCAA Division III, located in Dudley, MA (Central MA) invites application for a full-time Head Coach for Men’s Basketball.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identify, attract, and retain outstanding student-athletes.
Plan and execute practices and contests.
Support current student-athlete academic success.
Manage budget and equipment.
Scheduling contests and practices.
Contest coverage.
Fundraising and alumni outreach.
Ensure compliance with NCAA and Nichols College.
Meet recruiting goals established by the VP/Director of Athletics.
Attend departmental and CCC meetings.
Attain driving certification with the College.
Be an active member of the Division of Athletics

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree with experience in collegiate athletics.
Genuine understanding and commitment to NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics philosophy.
Solid knowledge and technical skills for the sport of basketball.
Must have leadership and people skills, plus an ability to work with all constituencies of the campus.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, able to handle a multi-task work environment.
Computer proficiency.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Light lifting.
Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

BENEFITS:
12-month full-time position with benefits

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

CPR/AED and First Aid certification
Coaching experience