Head Coach (PSS2), Men's Basketball Program

Head Coach – Men’s Basketball

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: 12 Months – Annual Contract 

Rowan University, a NCAA Division III member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference, is accepting applications for the position of Men’s Basketball Head Coach.

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this position is the designated leader on the Men’s Basketball program and will be charged with oversight, program leadership, recruitment/retention, student-athletes experience, administration and ensuring a winning culture on and off the court.

Head Coaching Responsibilities:

Program Leadership

• Provides leadership and supervision in all aspects of the program including, recruitment, retention, budget, academic support, compliance, practice preparation, game strategy, alumni development, fundraising and student-athlete experience
• Develop and maintain a program of excellence and integrity that is competitive, wins championships and leads to success in both regular and post-season play
• Implement and execute structured and organized practice sessions
• Develop practice schedules, teach fundamental skills and properly train and condition student-athletes in preparation for competition
• Develop, organize, and coordinate fundraising initiatives and summer camps/clinics to enhance the program’s brand and financial sustainability
• Coordinate annual events, in-game recognition, etc. to enhance alumni engagement and stewardship
• Adhere to NCAA, conference, departmental, and university policies, procedures, and expectations
• Ensure university admissions policies, academic standards and financial aid procedures are upheld
• Establish and maintain a culture of excellence, engagement and excitement
• Attend annual professional development workshops, seminars and/or conferences to enhance overall coaching and leadership skills

Recruitment

• Develop a strategic and well thought-out recruitment and retention program
• Ensure the assemblance of a full and competitive competition roster
• Visit high school, professional and community organizations when requested
• Maximize the opportunities in the transfer portal
• Hire, develop, supervise and retain high-caliber assistant coaches
• Identify out-of-state pipelines and club connections to bolster roster
• Develop strong recruiting pipelines with top high schools and junior college programs
• Implement an annual evaluation and assessment of the recruiting/retention program

 Student-Athlete Experience

• Design, monitor and support student-athletes’ personal development programs and progress with respect to their academic, athletic, and personal enrichment
• Generate and establish student engagement
• Develop and maintain a strong team culture
• Implement team building activities
• Ensure two student-athletes serve as the team’s liaison in SAAC

 Administration

• Ensure fiscal management for the sport program
• Establish effective, cross-collaborative relationships within the Department of Athletics and across university platforms
• Maintain an effective communications network with university faculty, administration and staff
• Develop a positive working relationship with the Admissions Office
• Organize team’s competition schedule and travel plans
• Attend all department meetings
• Serve as liaison with designated department administrator on facility preparation and
• Work closely with all support areas within Athletics

Key Additional Responsibilities:

• Work closely with University Human Resource, Procurement and other campus departments as assigned
• Responsible to know current NCAA, Conference, and University rules, regulations, and deadlines governing Athletic sports.
• Adhere to NCAA, conference, departmental, and university policies, procedures, and expectations
• Establish and maintain a culture of excellence personally and within your respective unit(s)
• Implement an annual evaluation and assessment of all staff and assigned coaches
• Attend annual professional development workshops, seminars and/or conferences to enhance overall professional skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or higher is required
• Prior NCAA basketball coaching experience preferred
• Strong organizational and managerial skills and experience with multiple units
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with program implementation
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