Associate Head Coach, Womens Basketball

About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU! Location (Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Job Summary Responsible for assisting the head coach in developing a competitive Division I program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, recruiting, coaching and training, budget management, alumni and booster relations, opponent scouting, purchasing equipment and uniforms, scheduling of games and practices, public relations, fundraising and monitoring program NCAA rule compliance. Assists with program public relations and fundraising. Adheres to all rules and regulations of KSU, NCAA and the conference. Assists in the organization and planning of practices, player development, academic support and monitoring, regional recruitment of quality prospective student-athletes, attendance at team competitions. Assist with administrative duties assigned by the Head Coach. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists the head coach in implementing the program's plans for the direction and development of a nationally competitive Division I program 2. Performs a variety of functions, assigned by the head coach; include but are not limited to coaching, budget management, recruiting, public relations and fundraising 3. Supports the implementation of plans and programs that will achieve appropriate and necessary academic progress, retention and timely graduation of each student-athlete on the roster 4. As assigned by the head coach, takes on leadership or support roles in department-wide priorities and initiatives 5. Coordinates the entire recruiting process including, but not limited to, scouting, evaluation, correspondence, arranging official visits, etc. 6. Serves as the primary liaison with the coordination on in-person recruiting visits, the maintenance of scholarship offers, recruiting targets and recruiting commitments, updating the coaching staff on recruiting issues and communicating eligibility and/or admission status with prospective student-athletes and coaching staff 7. Assists the Athletic Compliance office with the administration of applicable recruiting software to effectively monitor recruiting 8. Manages the logistical planning of on-campus official and unofficial recruiting visits by prospective student-athletes and their family 9. Organizes and assembles coaches recruiting books, signee checklist, calendars, prospect and coaches mobile telephone directories 10. As assigned by the head coach, organizes, supervises, coordinates and employ sound coaching techniques and practices 11. Develops and teaches defensive philosophy and individual position skill development 12. Participation in community service projects, speaking engagements, and booster relations 13. Enforcing policies and procedures as outlined in the student-athlete handbook, team notebook, and university student handbook 14. Serves as the primary point of contact in organizing the scouting report schedule for opponents, performing game analysis and evaluate game film 15. Assists with assigned sports teams training and camps 16. Assists in preparing student-athletes physically, mentally, and emotionally to compete for Conference Championships and post-season competition Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Bachelor's from an accredited institution of higher education. Other Required Qualifications Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license Current, and valid CPR/AED certification Required Experience Three (3) years relevant experience coaching in a post-secondary level program, professional athlete, professional tour participant or professional coach in a related sports program. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education Preferred Experience Previous coaching experience in a NCAA Division I level program Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Supports the program's plan to create an atmosphere favorable to the ethical, academic and athletic development of student-athletes Must be dependable, punctual, and trustworthy self-starter Able to serve as a spokesperson for the intercollegiate sports program Able to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with student-athletes, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni and the public Able to work and travel with team early mornings, afternoons, evening, and weekends, as needed Participates in university and Department of Athletics events Able to work independently on multiple projects in a fast-paced rigorous environment at one time

KNOWLEDGE

Possess a thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, conference, State of Georgia and university policies, rules and regulations SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, technology, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Synergy Sports Tech, FastModel suite of software and/or other athletics software programs) Strong attention to detail and strong organizational and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone etiquette USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu. Other Information This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 50% - 74% of the time Background Check Standard Enhanced Education MVR 9 Panel Lab Drug Test Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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