Head Basketball Coach
Job Details:
Job Title: Head Basketball Coach
Organization/School: Thaddeus Stevens College
Job Type: Temporary
Job Description: Lead. Inspire. Build Champions.
We’re seeking a passionate and driven Head Basketball Coach to lead our two-year college basketball program. In this pivotal role, you’ll mentor student-athletes, elevate their technical skills, instill sportsmanship, and develop strong character—on and off the court.
Examples of Duties:
Organize and supervise all practices.
Schedule preseason and regular season contest
Order all uniforms and equipment needed for the team.
Conduct staff and team meetings as necessary.
Interview and hire all assistant coaches for spots assigned.
Participate in Athletic Department meetings, Hall of Fame banquet, Athletic Awards program.
Maintain compliance with all College policies and procedures.
Maintain compliance with all conference and national organization the program is affiliated with (i.e. NJCAA)
Maintain CPR and First Aid training.
Recruit qualified students to participate on team.
Responsible for the growth and development of assistant coaches and related support staff
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Transport team to contest and events
Coordinate game-day, recruiting and practice assignments of coaches and volunteers.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
Oversees the daily workflow of the team.
Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees and developing personal growth opportunities.
Plans, monitors, and appraises job results.
Mode; expected behavior that projects and supports the mission of the College.
Typical Qualifications:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent sales and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe team environment.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Associate degree preferred
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years experience required coaching the sport.
Continue to develop in the profession thru study, clinics, and college visits.
CPR and First Aid certification preferred (required when hired)
Supplemental Information:
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands:
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Conditions may require walking, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, heavy lifting (less than or equal to 50 pounds), high climbing, bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment and materials.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs
Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.
Prolonged periods of walking and standing.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Website: https://www.stevenscollege.edu/
Start Date: 07/01/26
Application Deadline:
Application URL: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/stevenscollege/jobs/5344840/head-coach-basketball
How to Apply: All applications must be submitted online through our Career Page by visiting https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/stevenscollege/jobs/5344840/head-coach-basketball. Applicants are required to create an online applicant profile to apply. Once logged in, candidates may complete the application and upload a resume and any other required application materials directly within the system.
Please be sure to submit all required materials by the posted deadline, as only complete applications will be reviewed.
Contact Information:
Heather Burky
Thaddeus Stevens College
Athletics
750 E King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 391-6935
burky@stevenscollege.edu
