Head Coach

Buffalo State College, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Buffalo, NEW YORK
Job Type: FullTime
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About Buffalo State
Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.
Faculty/Professional Professional
Department Intercollegiate Athletics
Local Title Head Men's Basketball Coach
Budget Title Head Coach
Rank SL-4
Line Number 50141
Salary Range Competitive
FTE Full-Time
Negotiating Unit UUP
FLSA Exempt
Department Website
http://www.buffalostateathletics.com
Brief Job Description
Responsible for the organization, development, and leadership of a varsity intercollegiate men’s basketball program in support of the mission and core values of the Intercollegiate Athletics Department and Buffalo State University. Duties include hiring staff; recruiting and retaining top prospective student-athletes; establishing a competitive schedule; coordinating practice planning, skill development, and designing strategies which prepare team for competition; mentoring student-athletes; overseeing development initiatives; organizing camps; budget management; collaborating with numerous athletic and departmental units; and demonstrating adherence to university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. The head men’s basketball coach is responsible for all aspects of coaching and administering the men’s basketball program. Will perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics that are consistent with the skills and abilities related to this position and that address the University’s strategic goals.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; established record of basketball coaching experience at an NCAA institution; proven ability to recruit and retain quality student-athletes; excellent communication skills; excellent organizational skills; a commitment to the values of NCAA Division III Athletics; and experience in a position of leadership and mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications
Anticipated Date of Hire 05/01/2024
Priority Review Date
Application Deadline Date 03/26/2024
Open Until Filled No
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Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Lydia Kawaler at [email protected] or call (716) 878-4822.
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All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening .
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