Clark College Clark College, a 2-year community college located in Vancouver, WA, is currently accepting applications for the position of Head Coach, Women’s Basketball to begin immediately. Under the supervision of the Athletic Director, this part-time position will oversee all aspects of the basketball program within the athletic department and with the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) policy and regulations. Clark College welcomes athletic coaches with a vision of excellence in coaching and a commitment to lead students to successful academic, vocational and athletic achievement. Clark seeks coaches who have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding.

The women’s basketball coach reports to the Director of Athletics. S/he shall supervise the women’s basketball program carried out under the umbrella of the Student Affairs division, as well as the Associated Students of Clark College. Such duties include, but are not limited to: teaching basketball skills, contest preparation, practice planning, recruiting, public relations, developing and enforcing training rules, recruiting within the rules and regulations of the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC), assisting in transportation of teams, assisting in schedule development, assisting in basketball equipment management, fundraising, helping to monitor academic achievement of student-athletes, and preparing and processing related paperwork. The basketball season begins late September and ends in March. Team recruitment continues throughout the year.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; Master’s preferred

• Two (2) years of successful coaching in high school or college basketball OR participation in college basketball

• Availability to attend practices and games on weekday afternoons or evenings and weekends

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of NWAC rules and regulations

• Working and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

• Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into coaching

• Effective oral/written communication with individuals at all levels both inside and outside of the College

OPENING DATE: 03/07/16

CLOSING DATE: open until filled

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• Resume

• Reference List

Direct all materials and inquiries to: Ann Walker Director of Athletics Clark College [email protected] /  360-992-2268 (office)

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