ADMINISTRATIVE/PROFESSIONAL
JOB DESCRIPTION
Developed for Equal Opportunity
CLASS TITLE:
Head Basketball Coach
DATE ISSUED:
8/1/99
KSU Class Code: UAX25
DATE OF LAST REVISION: 1/15/2014
EEO Code: 3A
FLSA: Exempt
Pay Grade: 90-AT
BASIC FUNCTION:
To provide leadership for an intercollegiate basketball program; to administer and promote the program within the
University mission.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide leadership for a basketball team; establish coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student
athletes’ skills and teamwork; analyze performance of basketball team and adjust strategies as needed.
Perform public relations and marketing activities to promote the basketball program; plan and perform community
relations activities.
Oversee recruitment of student athletes.
Develop policies and procedures for student athletes and coaches.
Administer program budget, analyze funding needs, and plan fund raising activities to subsidize the basketball
program.
Develop strategies to foster athletic and academic progress of student athletes; counsel and advise student athletes
with personal and academic problems.
Perform related duties as assigned.
REPORTS TO:
Athletic Director
LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISION:
Leadership of a small department, unit, or major function and/or direct supervision over administrative/professional
employees.
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Head Basketball Coach
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree; Master’s degree preferred; six to seven years progressively responsible experience coaching
basketball.
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletics Association and Mid-American Conference rules and regulations.
Skill in public relations; training or instructing student athletes; interpersonal communication.
Ability to manage a budget and raise funds; analyze situations and develop solutions; travel and work nontraditional hours; provide leadership and direction.
The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not
be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related
experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State
University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.
FILE:
UAX25
SOURCE:
PDQ
ANALYST: FM
DEPARTMENTAL AUTHORIZATION:
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