Men Basketball Head Coach

JOB PURPOSE:

Recruits, provides instruction and coaches basketball students. Responsible for managing all aspects of the intercollegiate basketball program for NTU.

This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruits student athlete basketball athletes for the program.
• Coaches and supervising student practices.
• Manages basketball and The United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) events for Navajo Technical University (NTU).
• Travels with the teams to off-campus collegiate basketball events.
• Prepares and maintains the program budget.

JOB PURPOSE:

Recruits, provides instruction and coaches basketball students. Responsible for managing all aspects of the intercollegiate basketball program for NTU.

This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruits student athlete basketball athletes for the program.
• Coaches and supervising student practices.
• Manages basketball and The United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) events for Navajo Technical University (NTU).
• Travels with the teams to off-campus collegiate basketball events.
• Prepares and maintains the program budget.
• Acts as an advisor to the basketball Club and interact frequently with students, parents, boosters, and the general public.
• Plans and coordinates fundraising activities for the basketball program.
• Responsible for maintenance of the basketball facilities.
• Insures all rules and regulations of NTU and USCAA are maintained.
• Help prepare for NTU Fall and Spring basketball; sponsors, stocks, personal, and etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• (NTU Student Athletes basketball Members)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Five years' experience actively coaching basketball students.
• Running experience preferred.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.

The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions, or transfers of individuals into this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basketball.
• Knowledge of fundraising activities
• Knowledge of budget processes and practices.
• Skill in coaching and mentoring.
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines.
• Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills.
• Ability to develop external financial resources for the support of the basketball program.
• Ability to build, plan, and implement basketball program.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the Navajo and English language.
• Ability to work as a team member in a structured working environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for prolonged periods, walk and stand.
• Use hands for dexterity of motion, repetitive movement of both hands.
• Have normal auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in gyms.
• Physical risk working with equipment.
• Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
• Evening and/or weekend work will be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.

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