´óÏó´«Ã½ Men’s Basketball Head Coach
Overview
´óÏó´«Ã½ (´óÏó´«Ã½) seeks a head coach for the men’s basketball program. The head coach reports directly to the Director of Athletics.
Located in Staunton, Virginia, Mary Baldwin recently transitioned from college to university status, reflecting its growing range of bachelor’s, master level, and doctoral programs. ´óÏó´«Ã½ is a very diverse entrepreneurial institution with a record of innovation aspiring to meet the evolving higher education needs of society.
About ´óÏó´«Ã½
´óÏó´«Ã½ is a private university enrolling nearly 1,800 students at the undergraduate and graduate levels on campuses in Staunton and Fishersville, Virginia, and online. Since 1842, this intimate learning environment has allowed students to cultivate strong connections with faculty, staff, and peers. With a rich
history of access and innovation, ´óÏó´«Ã½ prepares the diverse leaders of the future in fields ranging from health sciences, creativity and culture, business and technology, and education and society. The university is organized into three academic colleges: the Gold College of Arts and Sciences, the Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences, and the Palmer College of Professional Studies.
One of the Most Diverse Campuses in the Nation
With 60 percent of undergraduate residential students being Pell-eligible, 50 percent students of color, and 40 percent first generation, Mary Baldwin is among the most diverse campuses in the country. ´óÏó´«Ã½ fosters a vibrant and inclusive campus community, where students feel a strong sense of belonging, acceptance, support, and empowerment.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will oversee all facets of ´óÏó´«Ã½â€™s NCAA Division III men’s basketball program, including:
- Utilize well-developed professional and interpersonal communication skills, and work closely with many campus constituencies, including the athletic department leadership and staff as well as the University administration.
- Recruit highly-motivated student-athletes to compete in the program.
- Develop and implement practice and competition schedules within the guidelines of ´óÏó´«Ã½ Athletics that challenge the student-athletes.
- Contribute to a diversified and inclusive campus that features equity through Title IX compliance.
- Monitor and promote academic and athletic success and excellence.
- Endorse and support all aspects of the program in compliance with ´óÏó´«Ã½, NCAA Division III and USA South Athletic Conference rules and policies.
- Develop and manage a team operational budget and fundraising account, schedules and travel plans, etc., within the University mission standards that provide for a quality student-athlete experience to enhance student retention for the institution.
- Organize team and contribute to department fundraising programs as well as community service events and ´óÏó´«Ã½ and NCAA educational opportunities.
- Encourage student-athletes to fully develop as well-rounded members of the campus community that will grow into leadership roles upon graduation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
These responsibilities are not exhaustive and additional duties can be assigned as needed.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Collegiate basketball playing and/or coaching experience. Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA Division III rules. Valid driver’s license and ability to establish driver eligibility under the University’s Driving and Motor Vehicle Policy. The successful candidate must pass all required background and reference checks.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree. Head coaching and recruiting experience in collegiate basketball. Previous history of relationship-building and cultivation of former student-athletes and other program stakeholders.
To Apply
Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter, resume, references and salary expectations to tpbyrnes@marybaldwin.edu. No phone call inquiries will be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.