Head Coach, Men's Basketball

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Description

Keuka College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Coach for Men’s Basketball to lead and manage all aspects of the program. This includes recruiting and retaining student-athletes, ensuring academic and athletic eligibility, developing and executing practice and game plans, managing the program’s budget, scheduling competitions, and coordinating travel logistics. The Head Coach will supervise assistant coaches, foster alumni and community engagement, support fundraising initiatives, and promote the men’s basketball program within the college and broader community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a positive team culture and ensuring student-athletes and staff represent Keuka College with integrity during all practices, contests, and trips. The Head Coach must uphold and ensure compliance with all Keuka College, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop a competitive program consistent with the athletic department vision.
• Develop an overall recruitment strategy. Meet or exceed annual recruitment goals established in collaboration with the Director of Athletics; maintain or exceed optimal roster size annually.
• Monitor and support academic success and personal growth of each student-athlete towards retention and graduation.
• Schedule and conduct regular practice sessions within both traditional and non-traditional seasons as permitted by NCAA and departmental rules and regulations.
• Effectively teach individual skills, team concepts, and competitive values; plan and execute practice, conditioning, strength sessions, and game plans.
• Schedule use of facilities for practice and competitions. Responsible for arranging a competitive, balanced schedule. Collaborate with office partners on campus including strength and conditioning, sports medicine, health and counseling, and other support services to ensure that student-athletes are well prepared for competition and their overall development and growth.
• Ensure safety through careful monitoring of the condition of equipment and facilities utilized by the team. Responsible for submitting requests for repair, maintenance, and facility improvements as needed and in collaboration with department staff.

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Description

Keuka College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Coach for Men’s Basketball to lead and manage all aspects of the program. This includes recruiting and retaining student-athletes, ensuring academic and athletic eligibility, developing and executing practice and game plans, managing the program’s budget, scheduling competitions, and coordinating travel logistics. The Head Coach will supervise assistant coaches, foster alumni and community engagement, support fundraising initiatives, and promote the men’s basketball program within the college and broader community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a positive team culture and ensuring student-athletes and staff represent Keuka College with integrity during all practices, contests, and trips. The Head Coach must uphold and ensure compliance with all Keuka College, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop a competitive program consistent with the athletic department vision.
• Develop an overall recruitment strategy. Meet or exceed annual recruitment goals established in collaboration with the Director of Athletics; maintain or exceed optimal roster size annually.
• Monitor and support academic success and personal growth of each student-athlete towards retention and graduation.
• Schedule and conduct regular practice sessions within both traditional and non-traditional seasons as permitted by NCAA and departmental rules and regulations.
• Effectively teach individual skills, team concepts, and competitive values; plan and execute practice, conditioning, strength sessions, and game plans.
• Schedule use of facilities for practice and competitions. Responsible for arranging a competitive, balanced schedule. Collaborate with office partners on campus including strength and conditioning, sports medicine, health and counseling, and other support services to ensure that student-athletes are well prepared for competition and their overall development and growth.
• Ensure safety through careful monitoring of the condition of equipment and facilities utilized by the team. Responsible for submitting requests for repair, maintenance, and facility improvements as needed and in collaboration with department staff.
• Prepare and submit the sports’ annual budget and monitor all expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility and a thoughtful use of resources.
• Initiate and coordinate the selection, purchase, fitting, and maintenance of team apparel and equipment – including uniforms, equipment, and supplies.
• Coordinate the hiring, training, and mentoring of assistant coaches and/or graduate assistants with the Director.
• Facilitate team travel arrangements.
• Demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship, and mature conduct as the head coach of the program.
• Support annual fundraising and alumni outreach in collaboration with the Director of Athletics and Office of Development.
• Ensure personal, team, and assistant coaches all adhere to all NCAA, conference, and college processes and rules.

Physical Requirements:

• Early morning, evening, and weekend hours required.
• Must be able to work on your feet for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Employee Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Financial assistance for educational expenses, enabling professional growth and development.
• Protection for you and your loved ones with employer-sponsored life insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off including holidays and sick leave to ensure work-life balance.
• Retirement benefits eligible on the 1st day of employment and matching contributions after 6 months of employment
• Access to confidential counseling and support services for mental health and personal matters through the Employee Assistance Program

Requirements

• Bachelors required, Masters, preferred.
• At least two years of coaching or playing experience in an intercollegiate athletics setting is strongly preferred.
• Must have time management flexibility and be able to sustain long work hours, including evenings, early mornings, and weekends.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• First Aid, CPR, AED training certification required.

Work with Purpose at Keuka College

Keuka College, founded in 1890, is a liberal arts-based, private college located in the heart of New York’s beautiful Finger Lakes. Our picturesque lakeside campus is more than just a place to work – it’s a vibrant, close-knit environment where collaboration, innovation, and personal growth are valued as much as academic excellence.

Why Keuka College?

Mission-Driven : Join us in empowering students to lead, serve, and succeed. Our founder Dr. George Harvey Ball’s mission to “bring strength to our nation and help humanity” is still at the heart of what we do.

Experiential Learning : Our immersive approach to education means you’ll work in an environment that values hands-on experience and innovation.

Core Values :

· Create a Strong Sense of Community: Foster a caring, respectful, and diverse environment, emphasizing integrity, leadership, and personal connections.

· Prioritize the Success of Each and Every Student: Focus on student achievement through innovative education, holistic support, and experiential learning.

· Make Thoughtful Use of Resources, Including Ourselves: Collaborate efficiently to maximize resources and empower leadership while maintaining a balanced, goal-oriented environment.

· Engage with Curiosity: Embrace questions, innovation, and lifelong learning with an open and positive mindset.

· Open Doors to Opportunities: Promote equality and provide accessible programs that help individuals achieve their full potential.

Professional Growth : We support your development through training, leadership programs, and a commitment to helping you succeed.

Work-Life Balance : Flexible schedules, wellness programs, and a focus on your well-being allow you to thrive at work and at home.

Welcoming Community : We embrace a sense of belonging and create an environment where everyone feels at home.

About the Community

Keuka Park, NY, offers stunning lakeside living and is nestled along the shores of Keuka Lake. Known for its vineyards and scenic outdoor adventures, the area offers everything from hiking and fishing to wine tasting. The nearby village of Penn Yan, less than 10 minutes away, is celebrated for its small-town charm, offering parks, shops, cafes, and plenty of local attractions. Life in the Keuka region moves at a relaxed pace, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty and simple joys of lakeside living.

Join Us and Make a Difference
If you’re looking for meaningful work in a community that values your contributions, explore career opportunities at Keuka College and be part of something “small on purpose”.

Salary Description

$53,000 to $59,000 per year

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