Head Men's Basketball Coach

About the role

This twelve-month, full-time position directs all aspects of an intercollegiate basketball program including recruitment, retention, coaching, scheduling, team travel, fundraising, and budgeting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the men's basketball program at North Park University.
• Analyze performance and instruct athletes in basketball techniques and strategies in preparation for and during athletics competition.
• Execute game and practice planning/evaluation, including video exchange and breakdown.
• Provide on-site coaching in tournaments and practices, including organization and implementation of training schedules for all team members.
• Manage all phases of competitive NCAA and CCIW compliant recruiting.
• Ensure a commitment to the academic success of basketball student-athletes, including monitoring academic performance, attendance, and social behavior.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and the campus community.
• Participate in fundraising and development events and be visible in the campus community.
• Hire, supervise, develop, and evaluate part-time, volunteer, or graduate assistant coaches.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President for Athletics and Sport Management, and Associate and Assistant Athletic Directors.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• Coaching experience and extensive knowledge of the sport of basketball at the intercollegiate level are required.
• Applicants must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends).
• Able to lift and move athletic equipment.
• Able to travel with team, by vehicle or plane.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Possess a clear understanding and personal commitment to North Park's mission of Christian higher education.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Prescription Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Retail Plan
• Tuition Remission
• Helwig Recreation Center