Career Center

The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements that may be added over the course of time.
 
SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision of the Head Women's Basketball Coach, the incumbent will perform, develop, coordinate, administer professional and administrative services and assist the Head Women's Basketball Coach with developing and administering a highly competitive basketball program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will:

• Assist the Head Women's Basketball Coach in managing and directing the basketball program.
• Assist the Head Women's Basketball Coach with all aspects of the team including daily, on-court practice, conditioning and weight room workouts, game day competition, and scheduling of fall and spring games.
• Organize and maintain accurate inventory by using related software or spreadsheets and entering data required for basketball equipment and uniforms.
• Assist the Head Women's Basketball Coach with the maintenance of the gym and locker room.
• Coordinate travel arrangements by contacting a travel agency or logging into the websites for hotels, transportation companies or any other company associated with the travel industry and book reservations for the Head Women's Basketball Coach and team.
• Organize and complete all required paperwork including but not limited to Payment by Check Requests for officials and compliance forms such as weekly time logs.
• Assist the administration with alumni relations and scholarship fundraising.
• Assist the Head Women's Basketball Coach with recruiting including calling prospective student-athletes, evaluating high school and junior college players, and maintaining accurate records and databases on the NCAA's Compliance Assistant program.
• Support and participate in the department's commitment to community service.
• Work cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, attends department meetings and activities, and always represents the College positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and general public.
• Complete other assigned administrative duties.
• Attend seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities.
• Coordinate facility needs of visiting teams.
• Collaborate with other entities on campus.
• Perform data entry as needed onto the athletics website.
• Be the contact person for setting up all volunteer work in the community that the basketball team is involved in.
• Oversee the distribution, care and return of all basketball equipment at all times during the season.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision as needed.
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of facilities and/or equipment.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the assessment of training effects.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of group communication and interaction techniques.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

 
SKILLS:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with students and other involved parties.
• Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Skill to implement new strategies and procedures or examine and reengineer existing processes.

 
ABILITIES:

• Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
• Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the college.
• Ability to follow directives and being responsible for tasks which have been assigned.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
• Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively – orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Ability to represent the department and college in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to serve as a role model for students by exhibiting ethical and professional conduct.

 
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Moderate physical activity is required with occasional lifting of objects, carrying or dragging objects approximately 40 pounds.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors. Duties will require travel in personal or College owned vehicle. Variances from regular working hours may be necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
 
WORK SCHEDULE:
Schedule will vary due to departmental commitments and as needed by the Head Women's Basketball Coach
 
HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK:
Varies
 
TRS/ORP:
N/A
 
SUPERVISOR OF:
None
 
DIRECT SUPERVISOR:
Head Women's Basketball Coach, Athletic Director

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):
Two (2) years of directly related work experience coaching basketball at the high school, college, professional, select league, summer league or AAU levels. College or professional playing experience may be considered.

PREFERRED:
None