Head Coach, Women's Basketball
- Employer
- Wentworth Institute of Technology
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 24, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Athletics
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Details
Classification Information
Classification Title
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Position Information
Position Title
Head Coach, Women's Basketball
Position Number
Department
Athletics
Job Description Summary
Wentworth Institute for Technology seeks a Head Coach, Women’s Basketball .
This is a full-time, 12-month position . The position requires flexible hours, nights, and weekends. Hybrid work schedule available with most of the work completed on campus. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license
The ideal candidate is responsible for the organization, management, and leadership of all aspects of the NCAA Division III women’s basketball program. Responsibilities include:
- developing and implementing strategies that identify, recruit and matriculate qualified student-athletes
- managing the academic, athletic, and personal development of student athletes
- building a positive, inclusive, and equitable environment that enriches the student athlete experience
- organizing and facilitating practice and game preparation to enhance the team’s performance.
- hiring, supervising and developing the assistant coaching staff
- coordinating team travel, organize and managing game scheduling, and working in concert with Alumni Affairs on alumni relations.
- will serve as game administrator for select home events, as well as facilitate spring game set-up
- are responsible for knowing and complying with all University, NCAA, conference and department policy and protocols.
- must possess strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with athletic department coaches and staff, as well as internal and external constituents.
Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth:
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
To find out more about Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/diversity.
All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodation, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Preferred Education
Master's degree
Minimum Work Experience Required
1-3 years of collegiate coaching experience
Preferred Work Experience
3-5 years of collegiate coaching experience
Minimum Knowledge Required
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
Preferred Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
Advertised Minimum Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1-3 years collegiate coaching experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Master’s degree
- 3-5 years collegiate coaching experience
- Valid driver’s license
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00725
Job Category
Professional
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Boston.com
- Higheredjobs.com
- Colleges of the Fenway site
- Wentworth site
- Studentaffairs.com
- Chronicle of Higher Ed.
- NE HERC
- El Mundo
- Sampan
- Bay State Banner
- Colors Magazine
- AcademicKeys
- ACM.org
- CRA.org
- IEEE.org
- Academicjobsonline.org
- Referral
- Other
- Mathjobs
- * Wentworth defines inclusive excellence as 'Actively and
intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent
institution where each member has the opportunity and support to
reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus
community and beyond.' Please provide an example of how you have
exemplified inclusive excellence in an educational or professional
setting.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Company
Founded in 1904, Wentworth Institute of Technology provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary, project-based educational experience. Under the guidance of caring faculty and staff, students develop into career-ready, skilled professionals and engaged citizens through an education that integrates classroom, laboratory, studio, cooperative, and experiential learning,
More than 60 labs and studios and 20 degrees are available through the Schools of Architecture and Design, Computing and Data Science, Engineering, Management, and Sciences and Humanities. Students can choose from both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as a variety of certificate programs.
Wentworth aims to be a student-centered institution of inclusive excellence that embraces a culture of innovation and creativity; serves society through urban engagement; and fosters growth for local, regional, and national economies.
Our nearly 4,000 students are relentlessly curious, and their passion carries well beyond the lab. From robotics clubs to design collaborations, there is no shortage of opportunity for students to connect with others and challenge themselves in pursuit of a better tomorrow. Wentworth prioritizes students’ health and well-being and provides high-quality services, activities, programs, and opportunities to support their growth and transformation.
A Wentworth education equips graduates with a highly valued skillset. Students have the chance to complete a minimum of two cooperative learning (co-op) semesters during their four years of study, and approximately half of students receive a job offer from their co-op company prior to graduation. Ninety-five percent of the Class of 2021 were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Hands-on, future-focused, and career-ready—Wentworth is the University of Opportunity.
Wentworth Institute of Technology is a collaborative, mission-driven community of educators and professionals committed to excellence in ourselves and in the students we teach and support. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to continuing to develop a richly diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
There are a number of advantages to working at Wentworth. Among them:
- Location. Wentworth is based in Boston’s historic Fenway area, a cultural center featuring numerous colleges, universities, hospitals, museums, galleries, restaurants, and cafes. The MBTA Green Line, Orange Line, and Commuter Rail are within walking distance (and we subsidize passes), and we provide affordable, on-site parking.
- Career opportunities. We offer rewarding positions in areas such as the Division of Technology Services, Human Resources, Academic Affairs, Finance, Institutional Advancement, and others. There are also many opportunities for professional advancement.
- Competitive salaries and benefits. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and pension plans; as well as generous holiday, vacation, and sick time.
- Professional development opportunities. These include tuition reimbursement programs, and the ability to cross-register for courses, leadership programs, and professional development training at any of the other member institutions of the Colleges of the Fenway.
- Wentworth is a member of Tuition Exchange, a reciprocal scholarship opportunity for the dependents of eligible faculty and staff at all 645+ member schools.
- Discounts on arts and entertainment, including movie passes, Six Flags New England tickets, the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and more.
- Access to the on-campus Schumann Fitness Center.
- We are a member of MASCO, which offers a wide range of services including area planning and development, parking and transportation, collaborative purchasing, a call center, and child care.
- We are a founding member of the New England Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NEHERC), the region’s premier job board for faculty, staff, and academic executives, featuring over 2,700 current jobs from member colleges, universities, teaching hospitals, research institutes, and education-related not-for-profits.
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