Position Description

DEPARTMENT MISSION:

The Department of Athletics, as a partner in the mission of SUNY Sullivan, provides an effective learning experience for student-athletes through competitive NJCAA Division II & III Athletics. We are committed to cultivating an environment of excellence that fosters personal growth, leadership development, responsible stewardship, and teamwork. The department promotes pride, loyalty and unity within the SUNY Sullivan community and creates opportunities for life-long relationships.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Head Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for the overall operation of our nationally recognized NJCAA Division II Men’s Basketball program. This person will also assist with student retention and the operation and administration of the Department of Athletics.

This position reports to the Director of Athletics and works hours approved by the Director of Athletics and as needed to meet athletic programming and department schedule requirements. Weekend and evening hours are required, as needed.

This is a part-time, interim appointment with a stipend of $10,000.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s degree is preferred) in Physical Education, Sports Management, Recreation, or a related field is required.
• At least three (3) years of experience coaching basketball and athletic administration, preferably on the collegiate level, is required.
• Proficiency using MS Office software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, athletes, staff, faculty, alumni, administrators, and parents.
• Ability to inspire achievement and leadership among students, athletes, and staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coaching

• Direct and coordinate the planning, organizing, and coaching of the SUNY Sullivan’s Men’s Basketball program.
• Coordinate all basketball related duties to include recruitment of players, team practice, and game management at the scholarship level.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of the Men’s Basketball staff to include planning, organizing, and coaching of the Men’s Basketball team; ensure compliance with College, NJCAA, Region XV, and Mid-Hudson Conference policies and regulations.
• Direct the basketball staff in preparation and analyses of opponent teams; analyze game statistics tactical data of opponents, and prepare game plans accordingly.
• Assign and supervise the Men’s Basketball staff in the recruitment of new players; in conjunction with the Director of Athletics, determine recipients of basketball scholarships.
• Provide leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes at SUNY Sullivan.
• Counsel team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters; consult with College administration and faculty for resolution of problems as required.

Operation and Administration

• Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds.
• Direct various personnel functions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, and schedules of the Men’s PT Basketball Staff.  Make recommendations to the Director of Athletics for assistant basketball coaches and managers. Supervise coaching and managerial staff of Men’s basketball team.
• Study, evaluate, and implement innovations in basketball strategy and equipment.
• Assist players in the recruitment and transition to the 4-year collegiate or professional level.
• Represent SUNY Sullivan Department of Athletics in professional, civic, charity, and alumni events.
• Represent, as assigned by the Athletic Director and in consultation with the Public Relations Office, the College’s sports programs to the media and at public functions in accordance with College policy regarding contacting members of the media.

Retention

• Function as a coordinating liaison with the employees of the Admissions Office, Dormitory Corporation, Learning Center, Financial Aid Office, and other offices on campus to facilitate each student-athletes’ transition to college life.
• Assist the Director of Athletics in the implementation of an academic monitoring program for all men’s basketball student athletes and assist part-time coaching staff by supervising mandatory study hall programs for all SUNY Sullivan Men’s Basketball student-athletes.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; the review of resumes will be on-going.  Please submit your cover letter, resume, and the contact information including emails for 3 professional references.

SCCC is an equal opportunity employer.

SCCC is committed SUNY Sullivan Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity College to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.  SCCC encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.  Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.