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Men's Head Basketball Coach

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Grand Rapids Community College
Location
GRCC Main Campus

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Job Details

Job Title: Men's Head Basketball Coach
Location: GRCC Main Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time:
Job ID: 962

External posting, open to any qualified candidate

Date: March 26, 2019

Title: Men's Head Basketball Coach

Schedule: Flexible

Annual Salary: Part time - $7,813 (50% paid in fall semester and 50% paid in winter semester)*

Start Date: As soon as possible

Reports to: Athletic Director

Posting Closing date: Open until filled; review of applications will begin on April 10, 2019

*Please note this is a non-classroom coach position covered by the Faculty Association collective bargaining agreement. Compensation table can be found on page 98. https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/users/user3988/2016-19%20Contract.pdf

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Athletic Director, the Head Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for all phases of the men’s basketball program in accordance with the National Junior College Athletic Association’s (NJCAA) rules and philosophies. In conjunction with and approval from the Athletic Director, the head coach will provide program direction and vision, establish Student-Athlete recruitment strategies and goals, oversee and supervise assistant and volunteer coaches, assist with Student-Athlete academic success, create competition strategies and practice plans, deliver coaching direction to student athletes, coordinate with sports information and training staffs, assure proper oversight of practices and games and assure full education of and compliance with NJCAA and Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) Regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Direct and coordinate the activities of the men’s basketball program in the planning, organizing and coaching of the Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) men’s basketball team.
  • Ensure compliance with college, conference, and NJCAA policies and regulations.
  • Support the academic success of student-athletes at GRCC.
  • Ensure student-athlete study table requirements are met each week and progress reports are completed and turned in to the Athletic Department on time throughout each semester.
  • Follow up on prospective student athlete inquiries through emails, texts or phone calls.
  • Recruit student-athletes by means of personal contact and correspondence, evaluating ability in person or by videotape, and on-campus visits.
  • Responsible for coordinating recruiting visits and prospective student-athlete tryouts in accordance with NJCAA and GRCC guidelines.
  • Provide student-athletes with information and opportunities at the next level, with the goal of graduating student-athletes from GRCC and moving them on to NCAA or NAIA institutions.
  • Establish relationships with high school and college coaches for recruitment of student-athletes.
  • Reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds, organizing and turning in all receipts in accordance with GRCC policies.
  • Maintain and purchase athletic equipment within annual plan and budget guidelines with approval from the Athletic Director.
  • Assign or intake team athletic equipment when appropriate, communicating any equipment/apparel issues with the Athletic Director and Equipment Manager.
  • Assist the Athletic Director in scheduling non-conference competition by appropriate timelines to allow other administrative needs to be met (event management, athletic trainer, officials, travel, lodging, meals, etc.)
  • Submit practice schedule to Athletic Director for approval. Follow all Ford Fieldhouse space request procedures.
  • Assist in the collection of proper documentation needed to establish each student-athlete’s eligibility.
  • Submit student-athletes for GRCC, MCCAA and NJCAA awards.
  • Assume responsibility of off-season activities when approved and scheduled by the Athletic Director.
  • Responsible for the supervision of the team and individual athletes while in the locker room, during practice, games and when traveling.
  • Attend all practices, games, tournaments and scheduled team activities.
  • Attend college, conference, and NJCAA meetings as assigned by the Athletic Director.
  • Represent GRCC at athletic events upon request.
  • Follow all GRCC and Athletic Department policies and procedures.
  • Maintain high standards and uphold the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct and the GRCC Student Code of Conduct.
  • Responsible to submit written proposals to the Athletic Director for recruiting trips, camps & clinics and other fundraising initiatives.
  • Communicate and follow-up with the Athletic Director on team matters requiring approval and input.
  • Perform other duties not specifically stated herein but deemed essential to the operations of the program as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Job Specifications

Education:

  • Associates degree required.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Work Experience:

- Three or more years of basketball coaching experience required.

  • Collegiate head coaching experience preferred.
  • Collegiate recruiting experience preferred.

- Knowledge of NJCAA or NCAA eligibility and compliance preferred.

  • Administrative experience preferred.
  • NJCAA experience preferred.

Physical & Mental Demands:

  • Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff and students.
  • Experience working with non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic skills.
  • Understanding of confidentiality as related to professional Code of Ethics, HIPPA and FERPA guidelines.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs.
  • Ability to stand, sit and demonstrate the skills necessary to teach the game of basketball.
  • Capacity to coach in various environments
  • Model good sportsmanship, discipline and accountability.

Working Conditions:

  • Ability to travel to various locations for recruiting, games and practices, leaving at various times.
  • Ability to work nights and weekends.
  • Ability to attend post season competition and overnight trips.
  • Ability to work in fast paced, stressful environments.
  • Flexible working conditions.
  • Ability to adapt to sudden change.
  • Must be a team player and understand the mission of GRCC.

Method of Application:

To apply for this position, please visit our website at www.grcc.edu/jobs Grand Rapids Community College is only accepting online applications for this position. Submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and three professional reference letters. This posting will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin on April 10, 2019. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.

Organization

Working at Grand Rapids Community College

Grand Rapids Junior College (GRJC) was founded in 1914 by the Grand Rapids Board of Education after a resolution was passed by the University of Michigan’s faculty which encouraged the establishment of junior colleges in Michigan.

Today, GRCC’s eight-block downtown campus, encompassing more than 25 acres in downtown Grand Rapids, includes several classroom buildings, a learning center (including the Diversity Learning Center) and library, Spectrum Theater, the Applied Technology Center (which features a green roof), a remodeled music building, a fieldhouse with natatorium, a student center, Bostwick Commons, and the Calkins Science Center.

The college also offers instruction from a variety of regional centers in the metropolitan Grand Rapids area (including numerous local high schools, regional centers and its two Learning Corners on Wealthy St. and Seward Ave.) and on the West Michigan lakeshore (including West Ottawa High School, Careerline Tech Center, the Midtown Holland Center and Grand Valley State University's Meijer Campus in Holland).

In addition, GRCC has two Michigan Technical Education Centers (M-TECs in West Michigan. The Patrick Thompson M-TEC, part of GRCC's Lakeshore Campus, located in Holland, opened in Fall 2000 in partnership with the Ottawa Area Intermediate School District. The Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC ® in Grand Rapids opened in 2002. This world-class facility offers training in manufacturing, auto service, and building and construction trades.

To increase capacity to meet unprecedented demand, GRCC acquired the former campus of Davenport University on Fulton St. in downtown Grand Rapids and began offering courses at Sneden Hall beginning in the Fall 2009 semester.

In Winter 2010, more than 17,000 students enrolled in more than 1,900 liberal arts and occupational courses. The diverse student body represents students from Kent and surrounding counties as well as students from across the U.S. and 22 other nations. Another 10,000 learners are served by non-credit instructional opportunities. In addition to traditional classroom environments, students may also receive instruction through community and distant service-learning offerings, seminars, workshops, training classes, distance learning options and other educational formats. GRCC employs a faculty of more than 260 full-time and 590 part-time members as well as a staff of 430, all of whom are focused on the College’s priorities to be student-centered, collaborative, and flexible. Throughout its 90-year history of academic excellence, GRCC has maintained a solid reputation as a premier transfer institution and is nationally recognized for both its liberal arts and occupational programs. Many GRCC faculty members have been recognized regionally and nationally for their expertise and innovative teaching styles.

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