Head Women's Basketball Coach (Full-Time)

Albright College; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a full-time Head Women's Basketball Coach to lead and develop the program. This dynamic role involves on-court coaching, recruiting top talent, managing team operations, and engaging with the community. The ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills, a passion for basketball, and experience in coaching at the high school or college level. Join a vibrant college community committed to inclusivity and excellence in athletics, where your leadership will inspire student-athletes to achieve their best both on and off the court.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Coaching experience at the high school or college level is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the women’s basketball program with on-field coaching.
• Recruit prospective student athletes and evaluate player talent.

Skills

Basketball Coaching

Communication Skills

Social Media Management

Recruiting

Fundraising

Education

College Degree

Tools

Front Rush

Game Film Software

Job description

Head Women's Basketball Coach (Full-Time)

Reading, PA Campus, 1621 N 13th St, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #1025

Thursday, April 24, 2025

Albright College, a vibrant and growing institution, is seeking a dynamic full-time head coach to lead the Women’s Basketball program.

The Women’s Basketball coach will be responsible for all aspects of the program including the day-to-day operations of the Women’s Basketball program. This includes on court coaching responsibilities; fundraising for the program; off campus and on campus recruiting; manage use of Front Rush; film breakdown and scouting report preparation; skill development of players; oversee academic progress of team; social media for the team; and summer camps and clinics for basketball. Albright is an NCAA Division III member institution as well as a member of the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC), and the Commonwealth Conference.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead the women’s basketball program with on field coaching.
• Recruit prospective student athletes on and off campus. Evaluate player talent for recruits.
• Organize recruiting communications and campus visits.
• Set up and monitor student athlete academic sessions, focusing on student retention.
• Upload game film, breakdown game film and prepare scouting reports (both video and text).
• Manage team budget.
• Maintain team social media pages.
• Promote full participation within program and all athletic events.
• Promote Albright College basketball within the community.
• Regularly communicate and correspond with alumni and friends of Albright basketball.
• Work closely with Development and Alumni Relations to support Albright basketball and maintain relationships with alumni and friends of Albright Athletics.
• Collaborate with other campus departments including Development, Admissions, College Relations, and Alumni Relations to promote basketball events and other opportunities.
• Hire, organize, supervise and develop assistant coaches for the women’s basketball program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Prerequisites:

1. COMMUNICATION: Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of social media platforms and ability to maintain team pages.

2. SKILLS: Playing and/or coaching basketball necessary. Computer experience in game film and recruiting databases preferred.

3. EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE: Coaching experience at the high school or college level.

4. EDUCATION: College degree or equivalent required.

5. LICENSES: Drivers license required. Child clearances required.

About Albright College
Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations .

At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and back U grounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity. In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position. Read the college’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community.

About Reading, Pa.

Ranked a “Best Place to Live” and “Best Place to Retire” byU.S. News & World Report, Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College’s 118 acre campus is located in the city’s historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading’s 9,000 seat Santander Arena or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s — only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts , enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through West Reading’s artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania’s spectacular autumn display from the top of Reading’s Pagoda , a kayak on Blue Marsh Lake , or from a scenic steam train ride . Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified biking and hiking trails . The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer’s ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA baseball team.

• Reading, PA Campus, 1621 N 13th St, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America