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This is an exempt, full-time position and must adhere to the regulations stipulate in the Mount Marty University Handbooks. The Head Coach is responsible for organizing and directing all aspects of a successful and competitive women’s basketball program in a manner which is in accordance with the philosophy, rules and regulations of the university, the NAIA, and the GPAC. It is the coach’s responsibility to know and understand all rules and regulations of the university, and the rules and regulations of the NAIA and the GPAC.
MISSION: To implement the university mission as an integral facet of the sport.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct a successful program and exercise supervision of the program in a manner which is in accordance with the philosophy, rules, and regulations of the university, the NAIA, and the GPAC
- Recruit high quality, competent student-athletes, maintaining communication with the Director of Admissions. This will include knowing and informing potential student-athletes of eligibility, academic and university standards
- Make a recommendation to the Athletics Director on the amount of athletic award to be issued to each athlete. Inform, in writing, any suspension or reduction on grant to the Athletic Director
- Assist student-athletes with their integration into the academic, spiritual, and social dimensions of Mount Marty University
- Represent the university at appropriate community and sporting events, assisting in fundraising and engagement opportunities
- Provide proper supervision and direction of all assistants in the women’s basketball program.
- Ensure the appropriate time and resources are being given to the Junior Varsity program, this includes supervision of the Junior Varsity Coach.
- Complete the NAIA Coaching with Character exercise, and be sure all assistants have also completed the program
- Work with the Athletics Director in preparing and maintaining the budget for the women’s basketball program. This will include fiscal responsibility with such things as team travel and equipment/supplies. The proper budget processes must be followed for requesting funds and submitting receipts. This will also include treating sensitive material as highly confidential.
- Prepare a season schedule and submit it to the Athletics Director for approval
- Work with the FAR to confirm the eligibility of athletes before allowing them to participate in scrimmages, junior varsity or varsity contests
- Submit a list of eligible team members to the Athletics Director and FAR at least 2 weeks in advance of the first contest
- Have a comprehensive academic monitoring program to ensure student-athlete success
- Develop and supervise an off-season weightlifting, conditioning and skills improvement program.
- Immediately inform the Athletics Director of problems related to athletes
- Require all athletes to pass a physical examination before participating in practice or contests
- Work with trainer in arranging doctor appointments for athletes and maintain a record on the status of injuries. Assist Trainer in processing insurance claims
- Supervise the work of your manager during the season and provide the Athletics Director with a complete inventory at the conclusion of the season
- Work with SID to supervise the statistician and assist the Home Event Coordinator in organizing help for home games
- Assume responsibility of having all team members (athletes, coaches, managers) read, understand, and sign the appropriate MMU Code of Conduct and/or NAIA Champions of Character pledge.
- Build and maintain rapport with students, faculty and staff
- Enhance professional growth by attending clinics, workshops and also working at camps and clinics which can promote the visibility of Mount Marty University
- Possible supervision of home events and other duties, as assigned by Athletics Director; general supervision of the home athletic events
- Submit an annual report to the Director of Athletics reviewing the work of the year and making recommendations for the future
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Experience in coaching high quality student-athletes.
- Strong management and budgeting skills
- Commitment to the mission of Mount Marty University
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