Community College of Philadelphia Hiring for Head Coach (Men’s Varsity Basketball) at Pennsylvania, United States Full Time

General Description

The head coach is responsible for the overall development and
advancement of a competitive athletic program, in consultation with
the Director of Athletics, demonstrating high moral and ethical
behavior and good sportsmanship. In developing athletes, the head
coach must recognize the academic needs of the student as primary
and athletic achievement as secondary and celebrate both excellence
in the classroom and on the field of play. The head coach must
operate within budget to meet team needs and enforce rules
pertaining to the College, student conduct, and governing rules and
regulations.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist the Director with the recruitment and selection of
  assistant coach(es).

• Recruit student athletes, which includes scouting and provide
  assistance with the College’s enrollment process.

• Coordinate tryout and selection process of prospective student
  athletes.

• Schedule practices, pre-season and out-of-conference
  competitions, with complete schedule submitted to the Director
  prior to the beginning of the season.

• Submit complete team roster with required supporting
  documentation at least two weeks prior to the first event of the
  season; obtain approval from the Director for any additional
  students before granting permission to participate.

• In collaboration with the Equipment Manager, distribute and
  collect all team uniforms and equipment in a timely fashion.

• Coordinate fitness center demonstrations and off-season
  training for all team members in collaboration with the Fitness
  Center Coordinator.

• Direct physical conditioning of players to achieve maximum
  athletic performance and provide instruction on the techniques of
  the game/event.

• Determine game strategies by evaluating the College’s team and
  opposing teams’ capabilities before and during competition.

• Keep current records and statistics; submitting written results
  and/or statistical sheets to the Athletic department in a timely
  fashion.

• In coordination with the Director and Marketing and Government
  Relations, report contest results to the local media in a timely
  fashion.

• Coordinate athlete recognition efforts including athlete of the
  week, athlete of the month, and most valuable player of the
  year.

• Monitor academic progress and personal development of student
  athletes providing support, as needed, to encourage academic
  success.

• Collaborate with office staff in the coordination of team
  travel arrangements.

• Assist in the coordination and execution of “game day”
  contracts.

• Maintain eligibility requirements.

• Attend all coaches’ meetings in addition to special meetings as
  directed by the Director.

• Enforce all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations that
  govern the College.

• Ensure compliance with all EPCC and PCAA rules and
  regulations.

• Conduct team surveys and submit written assessments within 30
  days after the completion of the season.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Any and all degrees must be from a
  recognized institutional accreditor.

• At least, one year of experience in coaching college-level
  basketball required.

• Valid driver’s license required.

• Knowledge of NCAA/NAIA/NJCAA rules and regulations as they
  pertain to student athletes.

• Strong knowledge of effective coaching practices.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively recruit athletic talent is
  required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated management skills and knowledge of supervision and
  management practices.

• Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for
  a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty and
  staff of varying social economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic
  backgrounds required.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Work Location
Main Campus

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested persons should complete an online application

Cover letter of interest and resume REQUIRED

Names and contact information of 3 professional references
OPTIONAL

Review of applications will continue until the position is
filled.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community
College of Philadelphia is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
and Equal Access Employer. The College encourages applications from
individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Salary Grade or Rank
NR

Job Posting Open Date
09/30/2022

Type of Position
Administrator – Temp

Employment Status
Part-Time

Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Indeed.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
   • HBCU Career Center
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Al Dia DIVERSECity Career Fair
   • Neighborhood Job Fair & Resource Village (Temple
     University)
   • Other
2. * If your answer to the above question is Other, please note
   the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter
   N/A.
   (Open Ended Question)
3. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • No Response
   • High School/GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelor’s Degree
   • Master’s Degree
   • Doctorate
   • Other
4. * Do you have at least one (1) year of experience coaching
   college-level basketball?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. References

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