Head Men’s Basketball Coach

PRIMARY PURPOSE/SCOPE

Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics, the primary purpose of the Head Men’s Basketball Coach is to manage the men’s basketball program and provide direction to the athletes included within the program, while fostering and maintaining fiscal responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS

The primary duties of the Head Men’s Basketball Coach consist of instructing athletes in the fundamentals and the performance of the sport of men’s basketball as well as teaching, tutoring, mentoring and coaching student athletes. In addition, as leaders of this sport, the coach exercises discretion and judgment in decisions affecting the student athletes and the employees of their department.

The Head Men’s Basketball Coach reports to the Athletic Director and is responsible for the following areas:

• Departmental Administration (15%)

  • Leads a men’s basketball program that is in harmony with and supportive of the institutional mission and philosophy of Bluefield University.
  • Prepare and maintains a budget and controls inventory of men’s basketball equipment.

Head Men’s Basketball Coach

PRIMARY PURPOSE/SCOPE

Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics, the primary purpose of the Head Men’s Basketball Coach is to manage the men’s basketball program and provide direction to the athletes included within the program, while fostering and maintaining fiscal responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS

The primary duties of the Head Men’s Basketball Coach consist of instructing athletes in the fundamentals and the performance of the sport of men’s basketball as well as teaching, tutoring, mentoring and coaching student athletes. In addition, as leaders of this sport, the coach exercises discretion and judgment in decisions affecting the student athletes and the employees of their department.

The Head Men’s Basketball Coach reports to the Athletic Director and is responsible for the following areas:

• Departmental Administration (15%)

  • Leads a men’s basketball program that is in harmony with and supportive of the institutional mission and philosophy of Bluefield University.
  • Prepare and maintains a budget and controls inventory of men’s basketball equipment.
  • Develops men’s basketball schedule with the Director of Athletics
  • Works with the athletic trainers and medical health services to insure the safety and well-being of the student athletes
  • Works cooperatively with personnel in the Athletics Department, attends department meetings and activities, and always represents the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and other coaches, media and general public.
  • Reports all score results to the proper media outlies and to the Sports Information Director
    • Provides recommendations for rewards for deserving athletes.
  • Complies with all rules, policies and procedures as established by Bluefield University, the NAIA, NCCAA and AAC.
  • Interprets University policies to employees and enforces safety regulations.
  • Complies with regular attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours.
  • Complies with all rules, policies, and procedures as established by Bluefield University.

• Teaching/Coaching (50%)

  • Organizes and conducts practice sessions with student athletes.
  • Instructs, teaches, and coaches student athletes on how to perform for competitive men’s basketball games and also during practice.
  • Provides tutoring and mentoring of athletes involved in the men’s basketball program.
  • Monitors and supervises student athletes while at practice and while traveling to ensure their conduct is reflective of the mission of the University.

• Recruiting (30%)

  • Identify, evaluate and recruit potential team members to Bluefield University.
  • Possesses the knowledge of eligibility requirements and provide and maintain a list of eligible athletes.
  • Retain current BU students as team members.
  • Ensures that program meets annual membership requirements.
  • Ensures that program recruiting activities adhere to University policies and procedures.

• Other Duties (5%)

  • Provides reports and documentation when required by the Director of Athletics.
  • Possesses the ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and implement work, and be able to apply logic and creativity in order to solve problems and deal with mathematical and financial aspects.
  • Possesses the ability to receive, process and provide visual and verbal information.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS

This position directly supervises any assistant, volunteers and student workers who are assigned to the men’s basketball program, and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the University’s policies and applicable laws. Supervisory duties, responsibilities, and functions include interviewing, hiring, training and mentoring employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

The individual must possess the knowledge, skills and ability to demonstrate, explain and perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of the following skills and abilities:

• Must be able to support the Mission Statement, purpose and goals of the University and express a personal Christian commitment.
• Must possess a minimum of a B.S/B.A Degree.
• Must possess a current and working knowledge of NAIA regulations.
• Must possess a minimum of three to five years’ experience in coaching and/or teaching.
• Must possess sufficient manual dexterity to be able to operate all equipment including but not limited to: copy machines, computers, faxes, scanners, telephones as well as specialized equipment typically found in a modern athletic office environment.

ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS

• Physical Demands
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must also possess the ability to occasionally lift, carry, and/or drag approximately 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye. The operation of vehicles and the transportation of athletes are duties that are required at various times. Tasks such as working at a computer which involves extensive wrist and hand movements are also required.

• Specialized Equipment Requirements
  The use of specialized equipment listed here is representative of equipment an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Specialized equipment would be equipment typically found in modern athletic facilities.
• Working Conditions and Environment
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the duties, responsibilities, and functions of this job. Supervisors are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, coercion or harassment, including sexual or gender harassment. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors. The noise level is usually low to moderate. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to travel.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

This position is subject to at least an annual evaluation based upon the job duties, responsibilities, and functions as set forth above.

APPROVALS

The job duties, responsibilities, functions, and requirements delineated above should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list of the same. Additional duties, responsibilities, functions, and requirements may be assigned as deemed appropriate. The University reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, responsibilities, and functions, or combine positions at any time. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements will be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the University. Position descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The University maintains its status as an at-will employer.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this position, select “Apply Now” below or visit: https://www.bluefield.edu/employment/ to complete the employment application and upload the following:

• Letter of interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Names and full contact information for at least three professional references
• Statement of Christian Faith

To be considered for this position, all application requirements listed above must be completed.

Bluefield University is a Christ-centered, multicultural learning community that values and seeks faculty and staff who represent diverse backgrounds and perspectives, are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

Bluefield University is a private, not-for-profit institution affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia. Bluefield University shall not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs. This institution encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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