Women’s Head Basketball Coach and Facilities Coordinator
Posted Date: Aug 14, 2025
QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$61,000-$64,000/yr -
Years of Experience
3+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Women’s Head Basketball Coach and Facilities Coordinator
Job Description
The Women’s Basketball Head Coach and Facilities leads Sarah Lawrence’s women’s basketball program and coordinates the College’s athletic facilities operations, supporting the college’s commitment to competitive athletics and community engagement. This dual coaching and administrative role is responsible for recruiting, training, and leading a competitive Division III basketball team, as well as facility oversight. This position collaborates with various College offices to foster a supportive environment, emphasizing the balance of academics and athletics, that contributes to overall student success at Sarah Lawrence.
Essential Duties Summary
Essential Functions
- Recruit, train, and mentor student-athletes for the women’s basketball team, developing a competitive team culture and supporting individual growth through mentoring and skill development.
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Women’s Head Basketball Coach and Facilities Coordinator
Job Description
The Women’s Basketball Head Coach and Facilities leads Sarah Lawrence’s women’s basketball program and coordinates the College’s athletic facilities operations, supporting the college’s commitment to competitive athletics and community engagement. This dual coaching and administrative role is responsible for recruiting, training, and leading a competitive Division III basketball team, as well as facility oversight. This position collaborates with various College offices to foster a supportive environment, emphasizing the balance of academics and athletics, that contributes to overall student success at Sarah Lawrence.
Essential Duties Summary
Essential Functions
- Recruit, train, and mentor student-athletes for the women’s basketball team, developing a competitive team culture and supporting individual growth through mentoring and skill development.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment plan for prospective student athletes, managing the recruitment funnel and working to support the College’s enrollment targets.
- Design and execute practice sessions, game strategies, and conditioning programs to enhance individual and team performance.
- Oversee facility maintenance and scheduling of the Campbell Sports Center and outdoor facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and organized environment.
- Manage revenue-generating activities within the Sports Center, coordinating rentals, and tracking revenue.
- Ensure compliance with NCAA Division III bylaws, maintaining eligibility standards and supporting the academic success of student-athletes.
- Hire, train and supervise assistant coaches.
- Act as a campus resource on accessibility and inclusion issues related to athletics, advising on universal design and inclusive practices in sports.
Additional Responsibilities
- Assist with game day administration and logistics, collaborating with other athletic staff to support home and away events.
- Represent the Athletics Department at admissions events and community outreach activities, fostering positive relationships with prospective students and families.
- Collaborate with Facilities and Campus Safety to manage sports events and coordinate logistics for external rentals.
- Engage with the Skyline Conference and other relevant bodies to ensure compliance with league policies and maintain competitive standards.
- Maintain current certifications in CPR/AED and driving for team transportation purposes.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Sports Management, Education, Business, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in college athletics, preferably within NCAA Division III, with demonstrated recruitment and coaching expertise.
- Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA regulations and commitment to compliance and ethical standards.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience coordinating events.
- Ability to operate athletic equipment and vehicles, including certification in CPR/AED and van driving.
Physical and Cognitive Requirement s
- Slightly sedentary, involving periods of some sitting and computer use.
- Frequent verbal and written communication required.
- Capacity to organize and synthesize detailed information.
- Frequent standing/walking/performance of physical activities for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting and handling of sports equipment.
- Evening and weekend availability.
- Moderate travel for competitions and recruiting including summer months and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree, preferably in Sports Management, Business, or a related field.
- Proficiency with technology and software for recruitment, analytics, and event management.
EEO Statement
Sarah Lawrence seeks to recruit and retain a diverse administration, staff, and faculty. Every job opening is seen as an opportunity to increase diversity, and every effort will be made to expand the applicant pool in accordance with these goals. (Please see our Nondiscrimination Policy.) For information on Sarah Lawrence College, our curriculum, teaching methods, and philosophy of education, please see our website at: https://www.sarahlawrence.edu/.
Salary
$61,000 – $64,000
Position Type
Full Time
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | S00426P | | Open Date | | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | |
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