Centenary University of New Jersey is seeking to fill the position of Head Men’s Basketball Coach, who will be a key member of the institution’s intercollegiate staff. The Coach is responsible for all aspects in the Athletic environment including supervising, planning and coordinating the activities of the Men’s Basketball Team.

Centenary University is a vibrant, growing and innovative independent, applied liberal arts University with a student body of over 2000 which includes students from 21 states and 13 foreign countries. Our main campus in Hackettstown, NJ is located in the heart of northwest New Jersey’s historic Skylands Region, about 50 miles from New York City and about 25 miles from Pennsylvania.

Centenary is a private, co-educational and close-knit University community – an environment where every professor and staff member is invested in our students’ success. Our students pursue their academic interests in bachelor’s, master’s and professional certificate programs. More than half of our full-time professors have earned their PhDs, and our faculty includes prestigious Fulbright Scholars.

With online, evening and accelerated courses, Centenary students have the flexibility to build their studies around their lives. Our diverse student body thrives in a demanding, yet collaborative learning environment. With a 17 to 1 student to faculty ratio, our professors know their students. They provide the individualized attention needed to ensure success – from academic support to career development, including internships with some of New Jersey’s top employers.

Centenary also upholds a tradition of promoting service to others as a critical component of higher education – a core principle since our founding in 1867 by the Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church. We develop professionals that employers desire, and leaders that communities need. Centenary University is entering its 150th year of providing high quality liberal arts and professional studies while helping students gain the skills and connections they need to prosper in today’s world.

Responsibilities:
· Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations;
· Understanding the role of Division III athletics in a liberal arts institution;
· Strong leadership and managerial skills;
· Demonstrated commitment to the welfare of student athletes;
· Recruitment & retention of quality student athletes including assistance with Athletic Open House;
· Develop the team for sport competition; on-the-court coaching, both in practice and at games;
· Strong academic encouragement & surveillance of student athletes in conjunction with faculty;
· Scheduling activities including set up of all home events;
· Budget responsibilities including purchase and care of athletic equipment;
· Promote the University, the Athletic Dept. & the Men’s Basketball Team utilizing public relations skills and marketing tools;
· Camps & clinics, scouting; administrative & other related duties;
· The Coach’s conduct must be in accordance with the Centenary University Athletic Code of Conduct as well as the Constitution and Bylaws of the NCAA and member conferences. The Coach must abide by all University policies, rules and regulations.

Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s Degree;
· Strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
· High degree of self-motivation;
· Ability to work independently and prepared to travel frequently with the team is required;
· Prior experience coaching basketball or background of playing experience strongly preferred;
· One (1) to three (3) years experience;
· Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations regarding Div III Men’s Basketball;
· Valid driver’s license;
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
· First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Applications should include a cover letter, current resume and contact information of 3 references who can comment on the applicant’s ability to fulfill the duties of such a position.