Head Coach Women's Basketball

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Start Time

Varies

End Time

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Hours Per Week

37.5 hours per week

Days Worked (Check all that apply)

Varies

Salary

Anticipated Start Date

July 1, 2026, or before

Anticipated End Date

N/A

Position Summary Information

| Position Purpose |
The primary function of this position is to serve as Head Coach of the Women’s Basketball team at Lock Haven. This position is responsible for the management, development, and implementation of all aspects of a Division II Women’s Basketball program including but not limited to: budgeting, fundraising, planning, evaluating, organizing, scheduling, recruiting, skill instruction, student-athlete & staff development, academic support, and game plan development. | | Description of Duties |
Develop a competitive NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball program in a manner consistent with the philosophy, core values, and guidelines of NCAA Division II, the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) and Lock Haven.

Demonstrate compliance with all NCAA Division II and PSAC rules; including timely submission of all compliance forms, adherence to all compliance policies and procedures, and attendance of mandatory NCAA rules education sessions. Coaches will be held accountable for all NCAA Division II rules compliance, and compliance will be part of the yearly evaluation process.

Fundraise, market, and promote Women’s Basketball in an effort to increase local and regional exposure of Lock Haven and Lock Haven Women’s Basketball.

Work in conjunction with Athletic Administration and the LHU Advancement Office to develop a fundraising strategy to enhance the Women’s Basketball program.

Provide leadership for the establishment of team rules, strategic vision, playing philosophy, development of student-athletes and staff, game plan development, training strategy, recruiting strategy, budget management, non-conference scheduling, and academic performance.

Develop and Coordinate Women’s Basketball summer camps, clinics and tournaments annually.

Ability to demonstrate volleyball skill instruction.

• Function in day-to-day operations under the supervision of the Director of Athletics.
• Responsible for developing, planning, administering, and evaluating all aspects of the Women’s Basketball program.
• Follow University policy to request, secure, develop, and evaluate a Graduate Assistant (GA) to assist with the overall operation and development of the program; if applicable
• Schedule and supervise team and individual practices and assign assistant coach/ graduate assistant duties as appropriate.
• Evaluate program according to the developed objectives and conduct team and individual training as necessary.
• Plan and direct training regimen and skill development of team and individuals.
• Attend and coach team at practice sessions and in competition.
• Develop and administer appropriate team budgets in accordance with University fiscal policies and procedures and in consultation with the Director of Athletics.
• Collaborate with appropriate athletic staff to organize, promote and conduct competitions and special events.
• Responsible for the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
• Monitor academic performance and progress of Women’s Basketball student-athletes.
• Attend all appropriate Athletic Department meetings as scheduled.
• Participate with the Women’s Basketball team in community service activities/engagement once a semester.
• Ensure the Health and Safety of student-athletes and staff.
• Perform other duties related to the program as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

| | Decision Making |
Makes decisions about the following elements:

All elements related to recruiting and scholarship funding
Competition strategy
Practice planning
Fundraising efforts, in collaboration with the Director of Athletics
Alumni engagement activities, in concert with the Alumni Director and Director of Athletics
Personnel decisions, in collaboration with the Director of Athletics and Human Resources

Must be adept at problem-solving; both in long-range situations and immediate “game-time” situations.

Will move decisions about budget planning, compliance issues, and larger institutional priorities to the Associate Director and/or to the Director of Athletics | | Fiscal Responsibility |
- Develops and monitors operating budgets in cooperation with the Director of Athletics. - Develops and administers NCAA scholarship budget and monitors this with the Department Secretary. - Is responsible for fundraising efforts and Alumni engagement activities that benefit the Women’s Basketball program, the Department of Athletics, and Lock Haven.

| | Supervisory Responsibility |
Will supervise assistant coach, graduate assistant, volunteers, managers and student employees associated with the Women’s Basketball program. | | Minimum Requirements Profile |
- Bachelor’s Degree - Successful college basketball coaching experience. - Strong interpersonal, organization/administrative skills

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Masters Degree is preferred. - Preference will be given to candidates with a tenure of successful head or associate head collegiate basketball coaching experience – preferably at an NCAA institution. - Budget management experience. - Fundraising and alumni cultivation experience. - Effective computer knowledge. - Demonstrated effectiveness in recruiting.

| | Applicant Rating Criteria | | | Knowledge, Skills & Abilities |
A thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with the rules, regulations and policies of NCAA, conference, and other applicable affiliations is required. | | Essential Functions |
Physical Demands:

• Ability to demonstrate and teach current skills and techniques required of athletes competing in collegiate basketball.
• Ability to travel for the purpose of recruiting student-athletes and team competition.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to develop and communicate strategy under the pressures of competition.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time while performing the administrative functions of this position.

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Posting Detail Information

| Open Date mm-dd-yyyy | 05/15/2026 | | Close Date mm-dd-yyyy | 05/29/2026 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Completing this search is contingent upon available funding. | | Background Clearances |
Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment. | | Diversity Statement |
At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:
• Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.
• Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.
• Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals. | | Title IX/Clery |
The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.ed...), to coordinate the University’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University’s compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. For information on the University’s crime statistics, which is available in a publication called “Annual Security Report”, please contact Commonwealth University – Bloomsburg Police at 570-389-2211, Commonwealth University – Mansfield Police at 570-662-4900, or Commonwealth University – Lock Haven Police at 570-484-2278 or by accessing the following website: https://www.commonwealthu.edu.... Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East – Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020. | | About Commonwealth University of PA |
The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.

We’re Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.

We’re Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents 1. Additional Transcripts

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest degree you have attained?

   • High School
   • Associate Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • ABD
   • Doctorate Degree

2. * Can you perform the essential duties of this position with or without accommodations?

   • Yes
   • No

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