Women's Basketball Head Coach

St. Laurence College; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Lawrence College is seeking a Women’s Basketball Head Coach responsible for preparing student-athletes for competition. The successful candidate will oversee coaching staff, develop practice plans, and mentor players in both athletic and academic pursuits. Ideal candidates will have substantial coaching experience and necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years coaching experience at a competitive level.
• Ability to recruit and retain highly qualified student-athletes.
• Excellent administrative skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement program plans for the basketball team.
• Supervise part-time coaching staff.
• Identify and recruit quality prospective student-athletes.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Valid Advanced Development Coach (ADV) or NCCP Certification

Current First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

The Women’s Basketball Head Coach is responsible for preparing St. Lawrence College student-athletes for successful competition within the Ontario Colleges Athletics Association (OCAA), and the Canadian Collegiate Athletics Association (CCAA). This position reports to the Manager of Athletics & Student Engagement and receives guidance from the Athletics & Student Engagement Coordinators and Engagement Content Creator. The head coach will work alongside regional coaches that assist in the implementation of program plans at each campus.

• Develop and implement program plans (daily practice plans and annual plan) for the technical, tactical, and physical preparation of the soccer team for success in OCAA & CCAA competition.
• Supervise the team’s part time coaching staff, ensuring coaches are fulfilling the practice, competition, and recruitment plans.
• Identify and recruit quality prospective student-athletes, considering academic & athletic excellence.
• Support and mentor the student-athlete’s commitment to academic standing, athletic excellence, leadership, and responsible conduct.
• Maintain effective communication and administration amongst coaches, players, and athletic staff.
• Positive promotion of the program to alumni and community.
• Travel with and supervise team on all road trips.
• Support and act in accordance with the college and department strategic direction, core values and initiatives as they relate to student-athlete support, general promotions, budget management, appropriate administrative responsibilities, and community/alumni relations.
• Adherence and compliance with St. Lawrence College, OCAA and CCAA policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a Valid Advanced Development Coach (ADV) or National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Certification (or working towards).

A minimum of 4 years coaching experience at a competitive level (high school, club and/or College/University levels). Current certification in First Aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Conditions of Employment:

• A valid and recent Police Background Check obtained by the successful candidate will need to be provided as a condition of employment.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Candidates will require flexible hours regarding travel and various games times for coaching activities.
• Ability to recruit and retain highly qualified student athletes.
• Ability to demonstrate St. Lawrence College values as outlined in the strategic plan.
• Excellent administrative skills and able to meet deadlines and work within a departmental setting.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, leadership, and sportsmanship skills.

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location.

Salary & Terms

• Admin Group: $14,826.24 per annum, plus 6% in lieu of vacation
• Closing Date: July 2, 2025 (4:00 p.m.)

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THIS IS A PART-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION

St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People and Culture at [e-mail] . To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact [e-mail] and our Talent Management Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially.

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