Head Coach, Women’s Basketball

NAIA National Champion Hope International; Bellevue (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NAIA National Champion Hope International in Bellevue, Nebraska is seeking a Head Coach to lead and organize all aspects of the sports program. Responsibilities include athlete recruitment, developing competition schedules, and ensuring compliance with NAIA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of successful coaching experience, strong leadership skills, and effective communication abilities. This position promotes a culture of respect, inclusivity, and sportsmanship while supporting student-athlete development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years successful competitive coaching experience required, preferably at collegiate level.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to teach techniques associated with sport.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and organization for the Sport program.
• Recruits talent and academically eligible athletes.
• Plans practice schedules and activities.

Skills

Competitive coaching experience

Teaching techniques associated with sport

Leadership qualities

Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to motivate team

Education

Coaching certification

Job description

Primary Function: The Head Coach provides leadership and organization for all aspects of the Sport program, including monitoring both the academic and social development of the student-athletes; observing, evaluating and recruiting student-athletes; developing a schedule for competition; and directing Assistant Coaching staff. The Coach promotes a culture of respect, inclusivity, sportsmanship, and student‑athlete well‑being consistent with university values and Title IX requirements. The Head Coach is responsible for following the University’s coaching guidelines and expectations including the rules and regulations of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and Frontier Conference.

Coaching Duties

• Recruits talent and academically eligible athletes in a professional manner.
• Teaches fundamentals of the sport and assesses the skill level of the Student‑Athlete to achieve maximum athletic performance.
• Coordinates conditioning with Head Athletic Trainer.
• Supervises Assistant Coaching Staff.
• Plans practice schedules and activities.
• Coordinates season schedules with Athletic Director.
• Evaluates opposing teams to develop game strategy.
• Assesses athlete skills and assigns team positions.
• Ensures full compliance with all NAIA, conference, and institutional eligibility standards; collaborates with the Compliance Officer to monitor eligibility and report rule violations.
• Maintains accurate recruiting records in the university’s athletics management system and adheres to NAIA recruiting standards and contact rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Administrative Duties

• Maintains control of budget.
• Develops Fund Raising activities.
• Orders equipment, supplies and directs staff in keeping a complete inventory.
• Tracks student‑athlete’s progress in the classroom to ensure graduation.
• Plans travel arrangements with staff for away contests.
• Attends required Frontier Conference Meetings.
• Reviews sport rules and regulations per both the NAIA and Frontier Conference annually.
• Actively engages alumni, community partners, and campus stakeholders to promote the basketball program and support departmental initiatives.
• Conducts performance evaluations for assistant coaches and encourages ongoing professional development.

Marginal Duties

• Performs other as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years successful competitive coaching experience required; coaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to teach techniques associated with sport.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to represent the interests of the University in a professional manner.
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills required.
• Ability to supervise assigned staff.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Ability to motivate and contribute to building a positive and productive team.
• Requires the ability to maintain strict level of confidentiality in the handling of student’s academic records and health information.
• Ability to travel and work a varying schedule to meet competition and recruiting needs.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record to be insured by the University’s insurance carrier.

Working Conditions

• Frequently stands, walks, bends, and other movements for long periods of time. Minimal sitting.
• Travel 50% of the time.
• Requires lifting of equipment, athletics, etc. in excess of 50 pounds.

NOTE: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Equal Opportunity Employer.