Hiram College invites applications for the position of Head Women’s Basketball Coach. Hiram College is a private liberal arts institution located in northeast Ohio. The College is a member of the Presidents Athletic Conference and NCAA Division III.

Position Purpose

The head coach is responsible for all aspects of the Hiram College Women’s Basketball program, to include successfully organizing and implementing a recruiting/retention plan, integrating the program into the campus community, developing a vibrant summer camp program, supervising practice/contests, management of program budget, fundraising to support program and supporting student-athlete success.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Manages all aspects of the team including recruiting high caliber women’s basketball student athletes, practicing, competing, and scheduling.
• Develops and implements an effective recruitment program, in coordination with the Admission Office, to attract a diverse group of outstanding student-athletes from NE Ohio and beyond.
• Adheres to all policies, rules and regulations of the College, the Athletic Department and the NCAC/NCAA.
• Provides guidance and support to student-athletes towards achieving their greatest potential both academically and athletically.
• Manages a fiscally sound budget, including assisting in fundraising to expand the budget.
• Monitors class schedules, grades and student-athlete academic progress.
• Coordinates with the Director of Athletics the hiring of Assistant Coaches/Graduate Assistants and/or Interns, and the ongoing supervision of the staff.
• Contributes to the fundraising activities of the program, which includes developing and maintaining alumni relationships and engagement with the efforts to increase budgets annually.
• The head coach will be responsible for all aspects of the development and operation of a successful summer camp program.
• Participates in the annual Day with Hiram Golf Outing.
• Involves evening and weekend hours.
• This is a 10-month full time staff position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with all students, faculty, staff, alumni and guests of the college. High comfort and skill set in public speaking
• A clear leader who can articulate a vision and create passionate support for such vision within the Hiram College community and beyond
• Attention to detail and strong time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of all NCAA Division Ill rules
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License
• First Aid, AED & CPR certification required

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