Head Women's Basketball Coach

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for compliance with NCAA, SAC and Mars Hill University policies and regulations

• Organize individualized and team instruction with emphasis on teaching all skills and strategies associated with the sport

• Oversee day-to-day program administration

• Recruit and award scholarships to quality student-athletes who are committed to the University’s mission

• Schedule travel, officials and meals for team

• Provide academic support and oversight for all student-athletes

• Works with the Sports Information Director regarding rosters, publicity, player awards and promotions

• Oversee player development and evaluation

• Responsible for fundraising and community service activities

• Develop and maintain positive alumni relations

• Manage the program budget

• Hire and supervise staff

• Inventory and order supplies and equipment

• Manage travel to include booking hotels, vans, buses, etc.

• Have a clean driving record and able to drive a van to transport teams to games.

• Daily maintenance of Women’s Basketball facilities and equipment

• Ability to lead, mentor and motivate student-athletes

• Represent the institution and the department in a positive and professional manner

• Responsible for any other assignments or details required by the Athletic Director • Collateral responsibilities: o Participation in fundraising activities

o Acceptance of service on University committees

o Membership and active participation in professional organizations

o Attendance at convocations, staff meetings, graduations, etc., if at all possible

Qualifications: Applicants should have at least a bachelor’s degree with a successful coaching background in Women’s Basketball. Strong communication, organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to produce and manage Women’s Basketball programs are important.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), MHU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the organization or would change the essential functions of the job. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources (see below).

MHU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who fully support MHU’s mission. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, familial status, sexual orientation, and reprisal.

To file a complaint with Mars Hill University, contact: Jennie Matthews Office of Human Resources Box 6664 Mars Hill University Mars Hill, NC 28754 828 689-1197 828 689-1256 Fax jmatthews@mhu.edu

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