Head Women's Basketball Coach

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Department:

Athletics  

Locations:

North Adams, MA

Posted:

Aug 13, 2025

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Part-time

Position ID:

191568

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About Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts:

At MCLA, we're here for all - and focused on each - of our students. Classes are taught by educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their students thrive on every level of their lives. In every way possible, the experience at MCLA is designed to elevate our students as individuals, leaders, and communicators, fully empowered to make their impressions on the world. In addition to our 130-year commitment to public education, we have fortified our dedication to equitable academic excellence. MCLA has appeared on U.S. News & World Report's list of Top Ten Public Colleges for 10 consecutive years, earning the No. 6 spot on the list of Top Public Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for 2025, after earning the No. 7 spot the prior three years. The College's focus on affordable education and economic prosperity is reflected in additional 2025 U.S. News rankings: No. 5 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for liberal arts colleges in the state and No. 2 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for public liberal arts colleges in the country. These rankings measure how well schools graduate students who receive Federal Pell Grants. Learn more at www.mcla.edu.

Job Description:

The Athletics Department at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a part-time, Head Women's Basketball Coach. The Head Coach is responsible for the overall management of a Division III program.  They will supervise and mentor the assistant(s) and volunteer assistant coaches in efforts to plan, coach, develop individual and team technical and tactical skill, implement, and administer the program to meet College and department objectives.  They will develop a recruiting plan to recruit quality student-athletes, scout opponents, and administrative duties, including but not limited to: student-athlete academic monitoring, purchasing paperwork, budget management, eligibility, compliance, NCAA documentation, public relations, scheduling, roster management, field preparation and maintenance, travel, organization of practices and all home games, clinics, fund-raising, have good working relationships with sports medicine and strength and conditioning and other duties assigned by the Director of Athletics.

They will also be responsible for team and coaching staff compliance to department, institutional, conference and NCAA training rules and bylaws which govern the program; this will include monitoring student-athlete conduct to ensure that the behavior of the athletes reflects favorably on the program, the department, the College, and on the students themselves. 

The Head Coach will be a valued member of the Athletics Staff and will contribute to the mission of MCLA and the athletic department.  The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, the Division III ideal and the important role that intercollegiate athletics can play in higher education. The Head Coach will conform to the highest standards of professional conduct regarding compliance with department and College policies and procedures and adherence to the rules and regulations of the NCAA and MASCAC, of which the College is a member.  Contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with all staff, student-athletes, and external constituents through (a) a positive and constructive approach to all tasks, (b) respect for the competencies of others, and (c) appropriate conflict resolution behavior.

Requirements:

Education Requirements

Required: High School Diploma

Preferred: Bachelor's/Master's degree in athletic related field; coaching certifications.

Experience Requirements

Required:

• Demonstrated sport knowledge and high school playing experience as a minimum.
• One to three years of high school or college coaching as an assistant or head coach.

Preferred:

• Collegiate competitive playing experience.
• Three to five years of experience as a collegiate assistant coach or head coach.

Additional Information:

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. This position begins on Sept 1, 2025 and ends on May 16, 2026 with an annual salary of $16,000. This position is a mandated reporter for purposes of the State Title IX and EO and Non-Discrimination Policy.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human Resources. 

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they operate, which extends to admission and employment.  

Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Interim Title IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both. 

Lucas Morrill
Interim Title IX and EO Coordinator 
375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247 
Telephone: (413) 662-5103
Titleix@mcla.edu 

U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights  
33 Arch Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02119-1424  
Telephone: (617) 289-0111; FAX: (617) 289-0150; TDD (877) 521-2172  
OCR.Boston@ed.gov

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