Head Women Basketball Coach

MidAmerica Nazarene University; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Christian University in Olathe, KS is seeking a Head WMN's Basketball Coach. This full-time position requires coaching expertise and a commitment to developing student-athletes both academically and athletically. Candidates should exemplify Christian values, with proven experience in coaching and recruiting, along with strong leadership skills. The role involves managing a competitive basketball program, promoting sportsmanship, and ensuring a positive experience for student-athletes, aligning with the university's mission and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in collegiate coaching and recruiting is preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Commitment to Christian higher education and servant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Coach and instruct student-athletes in basketball.
• Promote intercollegiate athletic program philosophy and objectives.
• Monitor and encourage academic progress of student-athletes.
• Recruit and retain outstanding student-athletes.
• Administer program budget and oversee funds.

Skills

Scouting

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Judgment

Budget Management

Technology Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Overview

Job Overview: MidAmerica Nazarene University, a premier Christian University located in Olathe, KS is seeking applications for the position of Head WMN's Basketball Coach. This is a full time, 12-month position. Candidates should exemplify the principles, guidelines and covenants of MidAmerica Nazarene University and possess experience in administration at the intercollegiate level. In addition, candidates should possess leadership skills, demonstrate a commitment to the highest ideals of sportsmanship and academics, as well as developing and maintaining a positive student-athlete experience.

Candidates for the above position should possess a commitment to Christian higher education, model servant leadership, and be willing to assume the duties listed in the following general position description.

Position Description

• To coach and instruct student-athletes within the basketball program in the various disciplines of the sport, and as directed, assist with instruction to maximize knowledge, time, effort, safety & skill.
• Promote the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program, including adherence and enforcement of all departmental policies and procedures, as well as University, Conference and NAIA rules and regulations.
• Coach student-athletes within the program; plan and implement a sound pre-season training program; plan for all team practice to maximize time, effort, safety and skill; monitor and encourage academic progress of the student-athlete culminating in their graduation; counsel student-athletes as needed in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters, including consulting with the Student Services personnel and other University administrators to resolve problems.
• Provide for the safety and welfare of team members at all fitness levels working closely with the athletic training staff to ensure all student-athletes have had physical exams, proof of health insurance and their athletic training needs have been met.
• Recruit and retain outstanding student-athletes to the MNU WM Basketball program who excel academically; coordinate contacts with recruits and their families; meet with unsolicited potential walk on student athletes and their families; meet yearly recruitment goals set by the university.
• Develop a balanced and challenging competitive schedule.
• Administer program budget, analyze funding needs, yearly report requests, and plan fundraising activities to subsidize the competitive cheer program. Manage budget oversight including recruitment, team travel, tournament entry fees, and scholarships.
• Attend athletic staff meetings and implement strategies resulting from these meetings.
• Represent the athletic department at professional, civic, charitable, and alumni events as requested; assist with coordinating community service projects, leadership training, and outreach activities as part of the NAIA’s Champions of Character program.
• Supervise all assistant or graduate assistant coaches.
• Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Qualifications

QUALIFCATIONS:

• Demonstrated experience in scouting, recruiting, and coaching.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with professional standards, including making oral presentations to groups and contributing to the development of high quality written materials which reflect positively on the University.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with persons both internal and external to the University, both on the telephone and in person. The ability to relate in a caring manner to students and families from a broad range of backgrounds, both in group situations and individually, and to effectively advise students and mediate disputes, some of which will be emotionally-charged.
• The ability to remain calm in crisis situations, to act decisively, and to apply sound judgment in determining appropriate action regarding interventions, assistance and referral of students to other University staff members.
• Ability to hire, train, supervise and evaluate assistant and graduate assistant coaches.
• Experience responding to student, parent, faculty and staff questions and concerns.
• Experience establishing collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and outside constituent groups.
• Ability to prioritize and deal with several tasks concurrently, while maintaining flexibility, high energy, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly and easily get to know many students and the ability to work alternative hours when student issues or programs require it.
• Ability to apply mathematical skills necessary for such tasks as the preparation of statistical reports and developing and monitoring budgets.
• Ability to use new technologies to accomplish team and departmental goals.
• The ability to travel and work a varied schedule which may include night and weekend hours.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred.
• Three to five years of collegiate coaching experience including effective leadership, communication, coaching and recruiting skills is preferred.

Physical Demands

• The ability to lift, move and relocate equipment (often times heavy) for drill, practices & training.
• The ability to run/jog to keep up with athletes in drill, practices and training sessions.
• The ability of stand for long periods of time during drills, practices, training sessions, &games.
• The ability to travel long distances for games and recruiting.

Application

To apply for this position, attach the following documentation to your application:

• Resume
• Personal Statement of Faith

Questions regarding the application process or have trouble uploading additional documents, you can reach out to Abigail Harris, HR Generalist, at [e-mail].

Statement of Faith

MidAmerica Nazarene University is an intentionally Christian Community and desires that all employees in positions of leadership reflect a foundational Christian position in word, attitude, and action. While there is no predetermined length or format for the Personal Statement of Faith, the norm is a one or two-page narrative document describing the applicant’s central Christian beliefs, significant formative influences in the applicant’s Christian experience (e.g., religious experiences of conversion or the affirmation of one’s faith, one’s family and/or home life, spiritual aspirations), and ways in which the applicant’s faith is being demonstrated in daily patterns and practices.

*Christian faith and employment at MidAmerica Nazarene University: MidAmerica Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. It reserves the right to prefer employees based on religion (Title VII, Section 702-703, U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964). Preferred candidates demonstrate a strong commitment to the Christian faith, active participation in a local church, and a philosophy of Christian higher education consistent with the Wesleyan tradition.