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Fisk University strives to have a highly competitive Men’s basketball program, recognized nationally both athletically and academically, consistent with the student-athlete philosophy of NAIA which generates college and community enthusiasm and support. The Head Men’s Basketball Coach performs responsible for overall program leadership including: planning, coaching, recruiting, fundraising, management, and leadership.
The Men’s Basketball Coach must be able to independently organize training, competition, recruiting, events, travel, personnel, and budget for maximum efficiency of the programs Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. Fisk University is some strong liberal arts, academically focused learning environment committed to student success in the classroom as well as in competition, and expects to be competitive in its sports offerings.
Head coaches are the most visible representatives of the University and in being so, are held to a very high level of scrutiny and expectations. As a highly visible University representative of the students, faculty, staff, administration and alumni, he/she is expected to carry themselves and express themselves in a manner commensurate with the great tradition and reputation of the University. Head coaches should adhere to all University and NAIA rules, regulations and bylaws. They are required to report any known NAIA violations to the Compliance Coordinator or Athletics Director, and be responsible for the education and monitoring of assistant coaches, student athletes and any subordinate as it relates to NAIA regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develop, and administer a highly competitive Men’s basketball program, consistent with the student-athlete philosophy of NAIA athletics, which generates College and community enthusiasm and support. Become competitive at the conference, regional and national levels. Oversee all administrative and coaching activities within the women’s basketball program.
- Meet or exceed established recruiting targets. Coordinate recruiting efforts with the admission office; develop a successful team recruiting strategy; visit high schools to meet with coaches and recruits; call, e-mail, text, and write prospects and coaches; record recruiting action. Maintain active communication with the admission staff through phone, in-person and electronic means (e-mail, text, etc.). Organize and participate in all on-campus recruiting activities including admissions recruiting days, official campus visits, and overnight programs.
- Create and foster a positive team culture that emphasizes individual and group leadership development. Ensure the team atmosphere and environment grows proportionally as each team develops.
- Develop and implement an on-going fund-raising plan in collaboration with Director of Athletics and office of institutional advancement.
- Investigate and develop training, competition and travel schedules.
- Organize and purchase equipment, develop team traditions, hire coaching staff and develop marketing materials related to the basketball program.
- Schedule all home and away competitions and set appropriate practice days and times for women’s basketball in accordance with NAIA rules and regulations.
- Assist the Director of Athletics in the hiring of graduate assistants (GA’s) and any part-time assistant Men’s basketball coaches. Act as immediate supervisor for part-time coaches, GA’s, student-workers, and volunteer coaches. Create job descriptions, train, assign and evaluate their effectiveness on a regular basis.
- Develop a retention program in conjunction with other departments on campus to ensure appropriate persistence from year-to-year.
- Operate a fiscally sound program with an annually balanced budget. Review all budget activities and expenditures on a regular basis. Submit purchase order requests in an appropriate and timely fashion.
- Actively encourage leadership and scholarship among student-athletes. Monitor the academic progress of all the athletes on the teams, in collaboration with the director of academic support services, assistant and associate athletic directors, and the athletic director. Adhere to all compliance and eligibility rules and regulations. Participate in the department’s leadership and scholarship programs.
- Other related duties as appropriately assigned. There will be an administrative duty officially assigned to the position.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct program in an ethically responsible manner so as to ensure the safety of the student athlete.
- Create an appropriate academic culture for team members and provide adequate academic monitoring, support and counseling for student-athletes.
- Must attend campus based compliance workshop.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
- High level of communication skills, both written and oral.
- Serve as game day manager during fall sports season.
- Attend and work all home games, matches, and meets when you are not competing with your program.
- Serve on the Hall-of-Fame Committee
- Serve as athletics staff liaison to enrollment management division.
- Participate in departmental meetings and activities including serving on committees
- Represent Fisk University at professional meetings, alumni gatherings, campus activities and civic affairs.
- Encourage and administer community service activities to benefit both the on-campus and off-campus communities.
- Build relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program, and others toward the positive image and promotion of the program
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
- Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the university, the respective conference and the NAIA.
- Ability to hire and supervise qualified assistants and student workers.
- Ability to market and promote Fisk University Men’s basketball.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
- Ability to attend seminars, meetings and other professional development opportunities at or away from Fisk University.
- Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
- Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
- Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision as needed.
- Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
- Ability to communicate effectively – orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
- Ability to represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment.
- Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY:
- No direct reports; may supervise work-study students, assistant Men’s basketball coach and/or volunteers.
- Other related duties as appropriately assigned. There will be an administrative duty officially assigned to the position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Accredited Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Master’s degree preferred
Experience:
- At least three to five years as an Assistant or Head Coach in high school, junior college or college. Collegiate coaching is preferred.
- A successful record of recruiting, developing and retaining student-athletes is essential.
Licenses or Certificates:
- CPR, First Aid & AED.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Additional Requirements:
- A background and/or credit check will be required of the successful applicant. An official transcript (if applicable) and names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references will be required of the successful applicant.
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