The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), a member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) invites applications for the position of Head Women’s Basketball Coach reporting to the Executive Director of Athletics. This is a twelve-month position residing in the Department of Athletics, Division of Student Affairs.

The Head Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for all aspects of a competitive NCAA DIII program, including recruitment of qualified student-athletes, practice planning, player-development, budget management, fund-raising, alumni development, assistant coach oversight and an understanding of student-athletes’ commitment to academics. The position will include administrative responsibilities in addition to other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Athletics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• College level coaching experience with an understanding of the values of a residential liberal arts education.
• Certified in first aid, CPR and AED.
• Minimum of three years of experience in coaching Women’s basketball at the collegiate level.
• Strong knowledge, understanding of and ability to teach the skills and strategies of the sport of women’s basketball to build and maintain a competitive program.
• Ability to inspire, direct and lead student-athletes and staff.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Strong knowledge and compliance with all NCAA, NJAC and College rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience successfully recruiting and yielding high achieving student-athletes.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferred.
• The ability to collaborate with other areas of the College and excellent communication, organizational and effective leadership skills are highly desirable.
• Experience in athletic administration and developing alumni and community based relationships desired.

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a list of 3 professional references (link below). The review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  A final offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and receipt of official transcripts of highest degree earned.