Head Women's Basketball Coach at Louisburg College in Louisburg, North Carolina

Job Description:

Summary:


The Head Women's Basketball Coach is responsible for planning and directing the recruitment, conditioning, training, and performance of student athletes, along with fiscal program management of the Women's Basketball program and to accomplish the objectives of this sport within the guidelines of NJCAA and Louisburg College.

Essential Functions:

Develop practice schedules and teach the fundamental skills and drills of the game of basketball.

Provide instruction and development for individual and team improvement, teach overall team and individual player strategies, analyze athlete performance, and prepare student-athletes for the highest possible levels of competition.

Develop a weight training and fitness program for basketball.

Formulate a successful strategy to promote the educational welfare and sportsmanship of the student-athlete.

Oversee the conduct and discipline of team student-athletes.

Develop a recruitment plan and actively recruit student-athletes. Develop a plan to insure and monitor the academic outcome of the women's basketball program.

Develop a plan and strategy to insure student athletes have opportunities to continue their educational and athletic careers.

Exhibit the ability to communicate effectively, timely and appropriately.

Assist in keeping the Taylor Athletic Center secure, neat and free of trash.

Keep up to date statistics during the season on NJCAA &College Websites.

Provide game day operations support for home games.

Prepare a yearly budget for the Women's Basketball Program.

Purchase equipment and uniforms adhering to College purchasing policies and procedures.

Insure that all players meet NJCAA and College eligibility requirements.

Develop a team game schedule in coordination with the Athletic Director.

Develop and implement fundraisers to improve the Women's Basketball Program.

Provide information and statistics to area and college media.

Track the academic progress of each player in all classes.

Attend college/department meetings and events.

Attend athletic department and college events to provide support to other teams/ groups.

Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree is required, Master's preferred.


2. Previous coaching/playing experiences at the collegiate level are preferred.


3. Valid driver license.


4. A proven record of integrity, high principles and demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student athletes academically and athletically.

TO APPLY:

Send a cover letter, resume, and at least three (3) professional references to: Athletic Director, Mike Holloman, mholloman@louisburg.edu

Louisburg College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications of all qualified individuals. It is the policy and practice of the College to provide equal opportunity to all persons. The College does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, national origin, age (as defined by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act), religion, gender, disability, veteran's status or sexual orientation. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, advancement, compensation, benefits, transfer, and termination.

Related by faith to the Methodist Church, Louisburg College is committed to offering a supportive community which nurtures young men and women intellectually, culturally, socially, physically, and spiritually. As a two-year residential institution, we provide a bridge for students to make a successful transition from high school to senior colleges and universities.

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