Houghton College, an academically rigorous Christian College of the liberal arts and sciences, which competes in the highly respected Empire 8 Conference of the NCAA D-III, is seeking applicants for the position of Head Women’s Basketball Coach. Houghton College has a strong tradition of student athletes excelling in the classroom as well as on the court. The Head Coach will provide leadership and instruction in a Christ-centered program that will challenge, encourage, and equip each student-athlete to not only compete at the highest level, but to also understand the bigger purpose behind the sport. Our goal is to grow leaders who are servant-oriented, driven to pursue excellence for the Glory of God in order to compete with excellence, lead by character, and exemplify Jesus Christ in our world. This is a full-time position with additional responsibilities to be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications.

Essential Functions:

– Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of each player.

– Direct and coordinate the activities of the coaching staff to include the planning, organizing and coaching of the team; ensure compliance with the College, Empire 8 Conference and NCAA policies and regulations.

– Direct the coaching staff in the preparation of analyses of opponent teams; analyze game statistics and tactical data of opponents and prepare game strategies appropriately.

– Counsel team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters; consult with College administration and faculty for resolution of problems as required.

– Develop, execute and monitor ongoing strategies for recruiting future student athletes.

– Coordinate all recruiting efforts with the coaching staff.

– Provide opportunities for spiritual growth and formation, including such activities as team devotions, individual discipleship and mentoring, and planning of mission trips domestically and abroad.

– Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds.

– Study, evaluate and implement innovations in sport-specific strategy and equipment.

– Represent the Athletic Department in professional, civic, charity and alumni events.

– Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

– Other duties as assigned.

– Organize, plan, and direct a summer sport camp on the campus of the College.

Success Profile:

Individuals ideally suited for this position will exhibit the following behaviors and competencies:

– Pace: The pace of the job changes depending on the time of year. Must be able to balance multiple tasks at one time and delegate work to assistant coaches.

– Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with student athletes, administrators, supervisors and other constituents.

– Collaboration: Ability to solve problems and able to listen and collaborate with other staff members.

– Commitment: Dedicated to your relationship with Christ which drives our mission, and committed to the Athletic Department in words, attitudes and conduct.

– Instruction: Ability to teach technical and mental aspects of sport in ways that student athletes can understand and adopt.

– Flexible: Open to change and ability to adjust and work in a changing environment.

– Inclusive: Unbiased treatment and recognition of each student athlete as a unique individual.

– Inspire: Know the mission of the program, believe in it and influence athletes to buy in.

– Competitive: Ability to practice and teach healthy competition by utilizing the desire for success as a momentum to propel the team toward goals.

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