Posting Number: R0005048
Location: Salem Campus
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Position Summary:
Directs all areas associated with the men's basketball program including: practice and competition preparation; student-athlete recruitment; student leadership development; and budget management.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Directs and coordinates all aspects of the men's basketball program, serving as head coach.
• Recruits qualified student-athletes for admission to a demanding academic environment.
• Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, including counseling team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters.
• Prepares and manages program budget, including purchasing equipment and other supplies as needed.
• Makes team travel arrangements including accommodations, transportation, and meals.
• Observes all conference, NCAA, and university rules and regulations.
• Schedules competitions and practices within university, Northwest Conference, and NCAA Division III guidelines.
• Teaches the fundamental principles and techniques of basketball (i.e. competition, traditions, and sportsmanship) as well as the philosophy of the sport.
• Is proactive in all matters pertaining to safety among staff and participants.
• Represents the department and university in public relations efforts.
• Participates in department and Division planning and staff meetings, representing the men's basketball program and/or Willamette athletic department.
• Cooperate with all coaches and administrative staff within the athletics program to enhance overall department operation and student-athlete experience.
• Additional administrative responsibilities and duties will be assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent required.
• Five years of experience coaching high school or college basketball.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable rules as they apply to basketball.
• Must be able to successfully articulate the values of a liberal arts education and the role intercollegiate athletics plays in the development of student-athletes.
• Ability to recruit outstanding student-athletes to a strong academic environment.
• Possess strong leadership, organizational, communication, and management skills; serves as a role model for student-athletes.
• Ability to effectively teach and coach students in both an individual and team setting.
• Must demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills and must be able to work effectively with staff, faculty, and other members of the university.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing, including the ability to communicate instructions pertaining to athletic matters in an athletic coaching setting.
• Ability to execute those physical activities required to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Knowledge of and ability to use computers and a variety of software applications.
• Ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of people in a manner that positively portrays the university and its programs, personnel, and philosophies.
• Must possess a current driver's license valid in the state of Oregon or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire date and a satisfactory driving record insurable by the University's insurer.
• Ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain harmonious relations with other staff, faculty, and students.
• Successful clearance of a criminal conviction record check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collegiate coaching experience.
• Master's degree.

Typical Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Weekends and evening work common from October - February.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
Typical work is performed indoors in a normal office environment and in active spaces. Intermittent physical effort involving lifting up to 25 pounds is required.
All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.
You will need to upload the following two documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:

• Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications
• Current Resume

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as received until the position is filled.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
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