Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Vice President and Athletic Director, the Head Women’s Basketball Coach will provide support and assistance with all aspects of the intercollegiate women’s basketball program. The Head Women’s Basketball Coach will work to provide optimal playing conditions for LaGrange College women’s basketball student-athletes which will include activities such as supervision of the basketball court, locker rooms, office spaces, concession stand and the maintenance and security of all basketball related equipment and supplies. The Head Women’s Basketball Coach will provide information and evaluations regarding recruits, roster development, budget reports, game personnel and staff. The Head Coach is to provide strategic leadership in support of the program’s goals in alignment with the College’s mission, vision and strategic plan; to abide by the rules and regulations established by LaGrange College and the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association). The Head Coach will supervise and mentor graduate assistant; develop and manage operating budgets for the program; and participate in appropriate fund-raising activities.

Job Duties (but not limited to):

▪ Ensures that the Women’s Basketball program supports the mission and vision of LaGrange College;
▪ Ensures the development of a quality, competitive basketball team and the educational goals and academic success of student athletes through strategic management of the personnel, budgetary, facility, and equipment resources available to the Women’s Basketball program; development of policies and procedures designed to assure achievement of goals and objectives; and continuous evaluation of individual and unit performance to achieve them;
▪ Ensures compliance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and athletic conference rules and regulations, particularly those regarding financial aid and student eligibility to participate in intercollegiate athletics; provides leadership in the recruitment effort for the Women’s Basketball program and provides guidance and/or policies to staff regarding these rules and regulations;
▪ Supports the personal development and academic goals of student-athletes by establishing a philosophy and environment conducive to both, maintaining accessibility for student-athletes whether for athletic or academic matters, providing opportunities for academic assistance to student-athletes if required, and monitoring the academic progress of participating student-athletes;
▪ Advises the Vice President for Athletics & Recreation on issues relating to the Women’s Basketball program, its trends, problems, and other pertinent matters by making reports, recommendations, and findings and preparing other correspondence as required or directed;
▪ Manages the Women’s Basketball budget by planning and developing an annual budget for the program which includes equipment purchases, officiating cost, or any other related resource needs;
▪ Works to encourage the development of psychological, social, and mental skills necessary for the student-athletes to be successful in the classroom, on the court, and in future endeavors;
▪ Works with Admissions to expedite the registration, admission, and other administrative processing of all student-athletes;
▪ Develops practice plans, position assignments, game strategies, individual workouts and strength and conditioning needs for various student-athletes; ▪ Serves as a role model for student-athletes by exhibiting ethical and professional conduct at all times;
▪ Provides oversight of athletes and residing in campus housing; reports damage(s), needed maintenance, security issues, etc. to Athletic Director, Director of Housing, Security, and National Maintenance Services;
▪ Represents and promotes LaGrange College at various civic, community, speaking, fundraising and marketing events;
▪ Maintains confidentiality of information exposed to during business regarding students, supervisors or other employees;
▪ Contributes to a safe educational and working environment by participating in all drills and training and being prepared to act should a health or safety emergency occur;
▪ Assists in all aspects of Women’s Basketball camps held at LaGrange College;
▪ Oversees Women’s Basketball work study students by providing them with responsibilities and maintaining hours;
▪ Serve as Game Manager for assigned team; Head Coach, Women’s Basketball. Updated August 2020
▪ Contributes to the overall success of the intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the VPAR.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Position involves both sedentary work and work on the court in coaching and training situations with student-athletes Demonstration of appropriate basketball skills may involve strained muscles or orthopedic related injuries

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher required 3-4 years of successful head coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level are required. Successful experience competing and coaching at the NCAA D3 collegiate level is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to evaluate physical performance related to an inter-collegiate basketball program. Ability to effectively communicate within and outside the College including student-athletes, parents, recruits, coaches, civic and business leaders. Ability to work as a support individual within a group setting. Ability to provide effective leadership to student-athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance. Ability to work a flexible schedule (i.e., evenings, weekends). Current training in First Aid and CPR.

LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.