Mid-Plains Community College is now accepting applications for the position of full-time Career Coach and MCC Head Men’s Basketball Coach in McCook. This person will play an active role in career placement, assessments, ADA coordination, Transitional Services, and career exploration activities on and off-campus with current and potential students. This person will also oversee all aspects of a successful college men’s basketball team. Successful applicants should possess a strong work ethic, experience in career counseling/related fields, high-quality coaching techniques including excellent sportsmanship, a commitment to success in the classroom, and the ability to interact with the community. Bachelor’s degree required, basketball coaching at the high school or college level preferred.

MPCC has a tremendous benefits package!  This includes fully funded health insurance-( with zero premium cost and your choice of low deductible or money contributed to an HSA!,) dental, paid life insurance, vision, Flex account availability, Accident, Dependent Life, Pet Insurance availability, up 9% retirement match,  and more!  In addition to this, we provide a very generous leave package, to include vacation, personal, sick, bereavement, and professional development time.  Our Full-time employees are also eligible for Tuition Reimbursement and for themselves or their dependents, Tuition waiver for MPCC tuition is available! MPCC is a first-choice employer for our region!

About us

Mid-Plains Community College, a legislatively designated 18-county district in West-Central Nebraska, is a comprehensive, open access, public, two-year community college system that offers associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. MPCC consists of three main campuses, one located in McCook, Nebraska and two located in North Platte, Nebraska.  Additionally, there are extended campus sites in Broken Bow, Imperial, Ogallala and Valentine with satellite classrooms located throughout the Area.

Qualifications

We need a positive, strategic, team building individual who can support current and potential students in the career goals and actions, lead athletes, plan practices, games, and travel, and execute effective game strategy, as well as recruit strong student-athletes and have a significant presence in the community. Bachelor’s Degree required, while a combination of career counseling and basketball coaching work experience is recommended. Applicants should have a passion for helping students find meaningful careers and developing student-athletes on and off the court and promote a strong foundation for next-level play and transferability.

Send a (1) letter of interest, (2) current resume, (3) unofficial transcripts, and (4) a completed MPCC application form (available at www.mpcc.edu) to MPCC Human Resources, 1101 Halligan Drive, North Platte, NE  69101.  Fax:  308-534-5770 or email [email protected].  Only complete application packets will be considered.  To ensure consideration, applications must be received by May 1, 2020; the position will remain open until filled.