New Britain, Connecticut
Posted: 15-Mar-23
Location: Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Type: Contract
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of two years previous experience in competitive coaching and recruiting required, preferably in an intercollegiate program. Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree preferred Broad-based experience preferred Annual salary commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated Start date: May 1, 2023 Applications accepted until April 7, 2023 NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at ll:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.
MAJOR DUTIES
- Provide leadership, organization and supervision for all practices and contests.
Implement and maintain standards of performance consistent with departmental, academic, and athletic expectations. - Supervise and evaluate assistant coach(es), graduate assistants, interns and student workers.
- Organize and implement a successful recruiting program to attract outstanding student-athletes to attend Northeastern State University.
- Conduct all aspects of the program within the rules, regulations, and procedures of the NCAA, MIAA, the intercollegiate athletics department policy manual and the University.
- Attend and participate in department and staff meetings and events.
- Manage the program with the parameters of an approved budget.
- Coordinate with the Director of Athletics on the hiring of assistant coaches and other support staff for the program.
- Review all budget requests and projected fiscal needs.
- Schedule all intercollegiate contests and team travel in accordance with MIAA Scheduling and NCAA Model.
- Review student-athlete eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations.
- Provide financial aid recommendations for both prospective and enrolled student-athletes
- Manage the facility repair and maintenance schedule and maintenance of equipment associated with the program, contest administration and game operations.
- Maintain a positive and constructive working relationship with University and departmental support staff to ensure an efficient and effective program and department.
- Develop and participate in fund-raising activities for the program in conjunction with athletic advancement through the All N Club.
- Represent the University at professional meetings, alumni gatherings, campus activities and civic affairs.
- Encourage and administer an effective outreach program with student-athletes that provide benefits to the on and off-campus community.
- Maintain relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program, and others toward the positive image and promotion of the program
- Be knowledgeable of and fully comply with all appropriate rules and regulations of Northeastern State University, the MIAA Conference and the NCAA
- Prepare, record and retain documentation as required
- Adhere to the mission statement and guiding principles of the Department and promote commitment to the mission by all staff under your sport supervisor
- Perform other duties as assigned by the direct sport report and the Director of Athletics
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
Experience recruiting and retaining a diverse group of successful student-athletes
Competitive coaching experience at the collegiate or high school level
Strong commitment to student-athlete academic achievements and character development
Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Ability to work effectively and productively within a team-based approach
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a high demand/high stress profession
Ability to respond professionally and competently
Ability to contribute to a positive work environment
Ability to set challenging goals and seek continuous improvement
Ability to demonstrate leadership characteristics within athletics and throughout the university
Computer and social media technology competency
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license.
Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include department and university policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has direct supervision over assistant coach, graduate assistant coaches and student interns or managers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of two years previous experience in competitive coaching and recruiting required, preferably in an intercollegiate program.
Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree preferred
Broad-based experience preferred
To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.
Notice to applicants
It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment.
