Head Women's Basketball Coach
Location: Hickory, NC
The head women’s basketball coach reports to the vice president for athletics (or associate athletics director) and provides coaching expertise, leadership, management and administration of all aspects of a competitive NCAA program. This position ensures a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student-athletes. The successful candidate will place the highest priority on academic integrity and a commitment to student-athlete success in both athletics and the classroom.
Essential Responsibilities and Position Accountabilities
- Provide leadership, organization and supervision for all team practices and competitions.
- Oversee and evaluate assistant coaches, student assistants, graduate assistant coaches and volunteers in conjunction with the sport supervisor.
- Organize and implement a successful recruiting program that attracts academically and athletically gifted prospects, with a strong commitment to retention, degree completion and academic success.
- Manage and award athletic scholarship funds in coordination with the vice president for athletics and the director of NCAA compliance, adhering to university and NCAA guidelines.
- Conduct all aspects of the program in accordance with NCAA rules, university policies and the department’s policy manual.
- Promote an atmosphere of sportsmanship, professionalism and respect among coaches and student-athletes.
- Prioritize student-athlete safety and welfare in all aspects of the program.
- Manage team operations within the parameters of the annual budget and review all budget requests and fiscal needs.
- Schedule team travel, practices and competitions in accordance with university policies, conference guidelines and NCAA bylaws.
- Monitor and review student-athlete eligibility to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations.
- Maintain positive and constructive relationships with university departments, including Admissions, Advancement, Budget, Finance and Student Affairs.
- Participate in fundraising activities for the program in collaboration with the vice president for athletics.
- Represent the university at professional meetings, admissions events, alumni gatherings, campus activities, athletic events and civic affairs.
- Administer an effective community outreach program involving student-athletes to benefit the campus and surrounding communities.
- Develop, coordinate and oversee comprehensive camps and clinics to boost participation and engagement.
- Build and maintain relationships with alumni to promote a positive image of the program and university.
- Attend and participate in athletic department meetings and NCAA rules education sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of three years of successful NCAA coaching experience preferred.
- Comprehensive understanding of NCAA athletics required.
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills; must be comfortable working in a flexible, team-oriented atmosphere with a positive attitude and sense of humor.
- Unwavering commitment to academic integrity, inclusion, diversity, gender equity, student-athlete welfare, and NCAA and Title IX compliance.
Certifications and Licenses Required
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- NCAA compliance background check.
- Annual completion of the NCAA coaches’ certification exam.
- Current certifications in first aid, CPR and AED.
Lenoir-Rhyne University is committed to fostering a welcoming campus environment, rooted in its Lutheran tradition of wisdom, vocation and service. The university values candidates who have demonstrated experience in nurturing inclusive communities and incorporating varied perspectives in their professional roles.