Head Women's Basketball Coach

Title: Head Womens Basketball Coach

Job Summary

This position is responsible for leading all aspects of the womens basketball program including recruiting player development academic support operations and community engagement. This position is expected to sustain and build upon a highly competitive program with a tradition of success while aligning with the mission and values of Jackson State Community College Athletics.

Job Duties

• Lead organize and administer all aspects of the womens basketball program
• Develop and implement practice plans game strategies and player development systems
• Recruit and evaluate prospective student-athletes to build a competitive roster
• Schedule contests and coordinate all team-related activities
• Serve as the budget manager for the womens basketball program ensuring responsible fiscal planning and oversight
• Maintain and oversee the condition organization and readiness of the teams playing and practice facilities
• Develop student-athletes both athletically and personally emphasizing discipline accountability and growth
• Monitor and support the academic progress and success of all student-athletes
• Oversee team travel including transporting student-athletes to practices games and events as needed
• Assist in the planning and execution of camps clinics and showcases
• Engage in fundraising efforts to support program growth and sustainability
• Work athletic events as assigned by the department/Director
• Participate in and support community service initiatives and outreach efforts
• Promote a positive culture that reflects the standards of the institution while sustaining a program that has achieved ten consecutive winning seasons.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional conference and NJCAA rules and regulations
• Collaborate with fellow coaches to ensure alignment consistency and overall program success.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
Previous coaching experience at the high school collegiate or club level
Experience recruiting and evaluating prospective student-athletes
Ability to manage and oversee a program budget responsibly
Ability to organize team operations including scheduling travel and program logistics
Valid drivers license and ability to transport student-athletes as needed
Knowledge of and commitment to NJCAA conference and institutional rules and compliance
Background in scheduling at the collegiate level

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in a related field (e.g. Sport Management Education Kinesiology or Coaching)
Collegiate coaching experience preferably at the NJCAA or NCAA level
Demonstrated success in recruiting and building competitive rosters
Proven track record of developing student-athletes both on the court and academically
Experience managing a program budget and overseeing team operations
Experience organizing and leading camps clinics and showcases
Demonstrated success in fundraising and program advancement efforts
Strong ties to regional and/or national recruiting networks
Experience working with and developing assistant coaches and staff
Commitment to community engagement and building relationships within the service area
Proven ability to sustain a competitive winning program culture

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of basketball fundamentals strategies and playerdevelopment
Strong organizational leadership and communication skills
Commitment to the academic success and personal development of student-athletes
Must be able to organize and handle all aspects of administration and adhere to therules and regulations of Jackson State Community College the Tennessee CommunityCollege Athletic Association and the NJCAA.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions