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Do you have a passion for leading and shaping the next generation of student-athletes? Are you the right person to drive the success of a women’s basketball program while representing the mission and vision of Pratt Institute? Join us in overseeing all aspects of coaching, from recruitment to compliance, and contribute to the holistic development of our athletes and our community.
The Head Coach must be able to build positive relationships with student-athletes, coaches, staff, and campus partners. They will be responsible for the athletic, academic, and personal development of the Women’s Basketball team with a commitment to sportsmanship, respect, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Position Responsibilities:
- Direct the women’s basketball program by coordination and oversight of the following: recruitment and retention of student-athletes, practice sessions, practice and game scheduling, contest preparation, contest management, and administrative duties.
- Recruit and retain student-athletes who can meet Pratt’s academic admissions standards and sustain or enhance the competitiveness of the program.
- Support the academic success of student-athletes and monitor their academic performance.
- Submit and manage team roster in accordance with departmental processes.
- Collaborate with athletic training staff for documentation and appropriate care of injuries.
- Ensure compliance with all NCAA Division III and Atlantic East Conference bylaws and Pratt Institute policies.
- Develop specific duties for the assistant coach that aid in the overall success of the program, ensure that they adhere to their established performance program and evaluate their performance at the conclusion of the season or year.
- Complete regular administrative duties within departmental policies, including but not limited to: meal money allowances, coordination of hotel and transportation arrangements, timely submission of receipts for both team and recruitment expenses, tracking of athletically-related activities, and maintaining an up-to-date log of recruits.
- Oversee inventory of gear and equipment, coordinating the distribution and collection each season to the student-athletes.
- Coordinate the annual gear and equipment order within budgetary limits.
- Consult and assist the Director of Athletics and Recreation in department and team fundraising activities.
- Support and attend department and campus functions (such as Accepted Students Day, The Charlies, Orientation) as directed.
- Maintain applicable health and safety certifications (i.e. CPR, AED, first aid).
- Serve as a game day administrator for home events in other sports as assigned.
- Assist and support other coaches as needed during off-season or emergency situations.
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