Head Coach-Women's Wheelchair Basketball

Posting Number S06898P Position Title Head Coach-Women's Wheelchair Basketball Department Division of Athletics Location Arlington Position Status Full-time Work Schedule

• Non-traditional hours/weekends required.
• Work schedule varies and includes evenings and weekends.

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience Pay Basis Monthly Job Summary Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct practices, competitions, film sessions, and team meetings. 
• Develop training plans and competitive strategies. 
• Recruit and retain qualified student-athletes. 
• Administer scholarship recommendations and roster management. 
• Monitor academic progress and promote student-athlete success.

• Coordinate team travel, scheduling, equipment, apparel, and tournament participation
• Manage program budgets and operational needs.
• Coordinate camps, clinics, special events, volunteers, and interns. 
• Maintain relationships with adaptive sports organizations and community partners. 

• Develop and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and alumni. 
• Participate in fundraising initiatives and donor stewardship activities. 
• Promote the program through community outreach and public appearances. 

• Develop academic and research partnerships. 
• Participate in university committees and campus initiatives. 
• Represent UTA Athletics and Adaptive Sports at professional and community events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of playing and/or coaching Wheelchair Basketball experience; any other combination of relevant education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Two (2) years’ experience with Head Coaching duties in Wheelchair Basketball.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, program development, and mentoring student-athletes. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of wheelchair basketball rules, strategies, and best practices.
• Knowledge of NWBA regulations and adaptive sports programming.
• Ability to recruit, develop, and retain student-athletes.
• Ability to effectively teach and motivate student-athletes from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with campus, community, and adaptive sports partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive student-athlete experience.

Other Requirements Workplace and Eligibility Conditions Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA CBC Requirement