The Head Coach is responsible for operating a program for student-athletes which includes recruiting, coaching, SUNY Adirondack is seeking a Head Coach to lead the Timberwolves Men’s Basketball program. Successful applicants will demonstrate an ability to serve as the program leader for Men’s Basketball as well as an engaged member of the athletics department. This position is responsible for operating a program for student-athletes which includes recruiting, coaching, mentoring, and training athletes who are highly skilled in their sport while pursuing the department’s goals of developing individuals who are athletically, academically, and personally successful.

The successful candidate must possess leadership and management skills that will further establish and develop the men’s basketball program. The incumbent will demonstrate an ability to build a culture of respect, discipline, and ethical standards along with setting an example for their players to uphold. This individual will understand the responsibility of being a representative of not only the men’s basketball program, but also Adirondack Athletics and SUNY Adirondack at large.

SUNY Adirondack Athletics values high energy, creativity, and a strong commitment to student engagement. We are seeking coaches who will have an impact on student success, and will enhance a culture of hard work, dedication, resilience, and respect in our Athletic Department.

Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics and in collaboration with the athletic department staff, duties for the Head Men’s Basketball Coach will include, but are not limited to the following expectations for the supervision and organization of the basketball program:

• Monitor student athlete academic status through attendance in class and study hall as well as grades to ensure they are compliant with all NJCAA and Region III eligibility policies
• Plan, supervise, and conduct practices appropriately to prepare for competition
• Design a community service plan to ensure players and coaches engage in a volunteering activities annually
• Develop a fundraising plan to secure additional resources to bolster program budget
• Coordinate the collection of physical exams, transcripts, releases, waivers and other documents for eligibility purposes prior to the first day of sanctioned practice
• Develop relationships and interact with members of the institution including faculty, staff, and administration in an effort to elevate brand awareness of the department across campus
• Manage budgets and college issued credit card, trip requests, travel preparation and meet necessary deadlines set by the college and/or athletics staff
• Promotion of the program and department to the college, community, region and nation
• Assist with the inventory, maintenance, and returning of all team equipment and gear at the conclusion of the season
• When able, attend all coaches, conference and region meetings related to the sport as well as college meetings and functions scheduled for employees
• Meet deadlines for submitting national, regional, and conference award nominations and voting, as well as, competition results to local media outlets i.e. the Post Star
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule that will include days, evenings, and weekends, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

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