Head Coach, Women's Basketball

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Academy of Art University Athletics serves as the lone art institutions in all of the NCAA Division II. The Urban Knights teams have made over 45 post-season appearances.
We are currently seeking a Head Coach to lead the Urban Knights Women's Basketball team. The Head Coach, Women's Basketball is responsible for managing all aspects of a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II Women's Basketball team. As Head Coach you will be coaching, scheduling, recruiting, promoting the program, developing a budget, supervising student athletes' academic performance, assisting with fund raising, public relations for sport and athletic department. Additional responsibilities include:
Responsibilities:

• Oversee and direct all aspects of the Women's Basketball program during pre- season, season and off-season periods
• Provide ongoing oversight of student athlete's conduct both on and off the court; assist with conflict resolution, development of positive interpersonal relationships including campus integration with other students and faculty
• Attend assigned college, department and division meetings as required
• Work closely with the athletic training staff to ensure the safety of all student-athletes
• Hire, supervise, develop and evaluate Assistant Coach(es)
• Recruit, retain and graduate successful student-athletes for Academy of Art University and the Women's Basketball program.
• Direct the individual player performance evaluation process
• Develop, with the athletic director, a competitive regional NCAA Division II basketball schedule
• Direct and supervise recruiting program
• Ensure proper supervision of athletes during practice, travel to and from competition, and during competition
• Ensure proper maintenance and repair of equipment
• Speak to alumni, organizations, high schools, and other groups to promote the basketball and athletic programs at Academy of Art University
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge and commitment to follow NCAA and Pacific West Conference rules and regulations
• Work closely with the athletic training staff to insure the safety of all student-athletes.
• Operate Academy and/or rental vehicle(s) in the course of completing the above-referenced job duties and observe all applicable federal and state motor vehicle laws
• Maintain valid California driver's license and insurability under the Academy's carrier

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related professional experience.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certifications are required.
• Possess excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must work effectively with students, faculty, staff and administration.
• Must have a valid California driver's license and be insurable with the Academy's provider.
• Must ensure that all activities are operated in compliance with NCAA, Pacific West Conference and University rules and regulations.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work evenings and weekends as needed for the University.

Compensation: $80,000 annual
Benefits:
Academy of Art University offers full-time employees health insurance, 401k options, paid vacation based on years of service, paid holidays, paid sick leave and a commuter benefit program. The Academy also offers full-time employees an opportunity to take one undergraduate course tuition-free each semester. We also have a swimming pool with multiple lanes, two fitness centers and many recreational programs that you are welcome to benefit from throughout the year.
Academy of Art University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of age, Aids or HIV positive status, marital status, domestic partnership, medical condition or genetic characteristics, race or national origin, pregnancy, religion, sex, gender identity, gender or sexual orientation, name change, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other status protected by federal, state, local or other law. Equal access to the hiring process, services, and employment is available to all persons. Applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact the Human Resources Manager by calling 415-274-2222. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.