Central Connecticut State University’s Department of Athletics invites applications for a full-time Head Men’s Basketball Coach. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall organization and administration of all aspects of the University’s men’s basketball program.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to; recruitment and development of student-athletes; ensuring academic progress and graduation; budget development and management; oversight of scheduling and travel arrangements; and compliance with all NCAA, NEC, and University rules and regulations. The Head Coach will be expected to work cooperatively and effectively with departmental and institutional staff with fundraising initiatives and serve as an ambassador for the University. This position requires impeccable interpersonal skill, personal and professional integrity, an excellent work ethic and exceptional motivational and communication skills. Candidates must be able to show a demonstrated commitment to multiculturalism and an ability to work with a diverse student body.

CCSU is an NCAA Division I institution competing in the Northeast Conference. CCSU currently supports 400 student-athletes across 16 intercollegiate programs and has a rich athletics tradition and history of success.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Previous successful coaching experience at the collegiate level in the sport of basketball
• Proven administrative and organizational skills, e.g., player development, recruiting, budget management, supervision and fundraising
• Proven track record of NCAA compliance and academic integrity
• Exhibit clear and effective communication skills including the ability to establish a good rapport and effective working relationships with student-athletes, parents, administrators, faculty, staff and the community
• A demonstrated commitment to serving culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience at the Division 1 level in the sport of basketball
• Demonstrated ability to organize and implement a collegiate basketball program
• Demonstrated ability to develop student-athletes holistically, i.e., academically, athletically and socially

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