Head Coach, Women's Basketball - Now Hiring

Job Title: Head Coach, Women's Basketball
Location: Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 270814
About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

The Head Women's Basketball Coach at Albany State University will lead and oversee all aspects of the women's basketball program, embodying a commitment to excellence both on and off the court. This role demands a dynamic leader skilled in coaching, recruiting, and mentoring student-athletes while fostering a culture of academic achievement, athletic excellence, and community engagement. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to NCAA regulations, and collaborate closely with athletic staff to achieve program objectives and uphold the university's values and traditions.

Responsibilities

• Manages all operational aspects of the women's basketball program, including scheduling, recruiting, and budgeting management, and compliance with NCAA, SIAC, USG and university regulations.
• Oversees athlete training and development, and wellness and ensures that all student athletes are meeting the guidelines to maintain academic eligibility and are positioned to obtain their collegiate Bachelor's degree.
• Develops and implements strategies for team performance improvement, including innovative coaching techniques and game strategies.
• Fosters and culture of integrity, respect, and sportsmanship within the team, promoting personal and professional development among athletes.
• Assists in all departmental and university-wide duties and functions, contributing to the broader objectives of the athletics department.
• Represent the program within the community and in all public relations and media opportunities, maximizing social media and other digital platforms to enhance the program's visibility and engagement with fans and stakeholders.
• Collaborates with athletic support staff to enhance the student-athlete experience, including academic advisors, strength and conditioning coaches, and athletic trainers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Health, or related field

3 to 5 years of head coaching experience within college athletic programs, demonstrating a successful track record in team development and achievements.

Proven experience in recruiting and retaining student-athletes who excel both athletically and academically.

Significant experience in budget management, strategic planning, and program development within a collegiate sports setting.Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree

Experience in coaching women's basketball at the NCAA Division II level or higher, with a deep understanding of the unique dynamics and requirements of women's collegiate basketball.Proposed Salary

Salary commiserate with experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Ability to recruit top talent, focusing on both athletic excellence and academic achievement

Ability to develop and execute a plan to achieve established goals

Ability to lead coaches and players in a shared vision for the women's basketball program's success

KNOWLEDGE
Extensive knowledge of NCAA Division II regulations and compliance requirements

Knowledge of how to create a winning culture, habits, traits, and foster teamwork

Knowledge of budgeting principles and practices

SKILLS
Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills, with a track record of developing high performing teams.

Strong strategic thinking and game-planning abilities, with an in-depth understanding of basketball tactics and strategies

Skilled in public speaking

Skilled in combining and creating multiple methods of learning

Skilled in adapting to change

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.