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Head Coach - Women's Basketball

Employer
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Location
UMass Lowell
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Institutional & Business Affairs, Athletics
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Job no: 526676
Position type: Staff Full Time
Benefit Status: Benefited-Non-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Athletic Programs
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience.
Applications Open: Mar 06 2025
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of Position:

The Head Coach of Women’s Basketball is responsible for leading all aspects of developing and managing a competitive Division I program within the parameters designated by the University, America East Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Essential Job Duties:

1. Oversee all aspects of the student athlete development and performance of the women’s intercollegiate basketball program:

  • Organizing, recruitment/evaluation of prospective student-athletes
  • Conducting/Coaching and supervising practices and player conditioning
  • Optimizing technology (e.g. scouting, recruiting) to enhance performance.
  • Preparing and implementing game strategies
  • Mentoring and providing appropriate leadership, direction and supervision relevant to the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes
  • Creating a productive and positive environment that supports student-athlete welfare

2. Manage administrative functions within the women’s intercollegiate basketball program:

  • Participating in campus, department, conference and NCAA meetings
  • Adhering to all America East Conference and NCAA rules and regulations, and maintaining commitment to compliance; head coach responsibility for entirety of program.
  • Abiding by University and Athletics Department policies and procedure
  • Preparing and executing strategic plan for program
  • Developing competitive competition schedule
  • Forecasting and managing budget needs relevant to equipment, scheduling, recruiting, travel, etc.

3. Provide supervision and direction to the staff of the women’s intercollegiate basketball program:

  • Hiring and retaining quality assistant coaches
  • Appropriately delegating responsibilities to assistant coaches
  • Supervising and effectively monitoring all aspects/activities of assistant coaches
  • Providing necessary leadership and staff development
  • Administering performance evaluations
  • Effectively collaborating with Sports Performance, Athletic Health Care staff, Student-Athlete Services and Compliance, and other campus constituents

4.Participate in promotional and public relations to advance athletic programs by:

  • Engaging in fund-raising efforts for program and department.
  • Representing the Department of Athletics at designated University, conference, departmental and community functions
  • Building alumni relationships
  • Promoting team participation and personally committing to community outreach

Other Job Duties:

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

  • Weekends and travel as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5-7 Years Successful coaching experience at collegiate level or higher.
  • Demonstrated success in recruiting and administrating a competitive basketball program
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of NCAA rules and regulations
  • Knowledge of techniques and strategies of the sport
  • Commitment to high ethical standards and academics success
  • Demonstrated success in recruiting nationally
  • Experience working effectively in diverse environments
  • Strong organizational skills

Additional Considerations:

  • Master’s Degree preferred
  • Head women’s basketball coaching experience at the collegiate level or higher
  • Proven ability to provide mentoring and leadership to student-athletes and a commitment to student-athlete welfare
  • Familiarity with the Northeast Region preferred
  • Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills
  • Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

    This is a Non-Unit, Professional position.

    A job offer for this position is contingent upon a satisfactory response to a Background Check/Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and review.

    * CPR and CLERY certification within first 30 days of employment.

    Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required at the time of application.

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    Organization

    Working at University of Massachusetts Lowell

    Located in the culturally and historically rich Merrimack.

    Valley in northeast Massachusetts, the University of Massachusetts Lowell is a vibrant research university that offers its 13,000 students more than 120 bachelor’s, master’s, professional master’s and doctoral degree programs. Exciting opportunities in experiential and service learning, scholarship, community engagement, and international partnerships can be found across the Colleges of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Engineering; Management; Sciences; School of Health and Environment; and Graduate School of Education.

    This is a time of unprecedented growth and opportunity at UMass Lowell. Student enrollment and retention have improved annually. Research funding and alumni giving have increased significantly and the campus has embarked on the construction of two new academic buildings: the Emerging Technologies & Innovation Center and the Health & Social Sciences Building.

    The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.

    Mission Statement

    The mission of the University of Massachusetts Lowell is to enhance the intellectual, personal and cultural development of its students through excellent, affordable educational programs. The University seeks to meet the needs of the Commonwealth today and into the future and supports the development of sustainable technologies and communities through its teaching, research, scholarship and engagement.

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