Job Title: Head Coach, Men’s Club Basketball
Location: University of Tennessee
Position Type: Part-Time
Job Summary:
The University of Tennessee is seeking a dedicated, dynamic, and competitive Head Coach for our Men's Club Basketball team. The successful candidate will lead the development and execution of a basketball program that embodies the values of hard work, character development, and most importantly, winning. This role requires someone with prior coaching experience who is passionate about collegiate sports and student development.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a comprehensive basketball program that promotes teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Conduct practices, ensuring a well-prepared practice plan that includes drills, playbook strategies, and conditioning. Manage team selections and roster formations during fall tryouts. Hire and oversee an assistant coach. Fostering a cooperative coaching environment, one that embodies hard work and a mentality centered around winning a National Championship. While doing so, uphold and promote "The Volunteer Standard" throughout all aspects of the basketball program.
Collaborate with the Club Basketball Board officers in the day-to-day operations of the program.
Qualifications:
At least 21 years of age.
Previous experience as a Basketball Coach or player at a competitive level
Strong knowledge of basketball rules, techniques, and strategies
High School Diploma
Currently enrolled in a graduate program or beyond
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to engage and motivate college athletes effectively.
Willing to hold players on court actions accountable while being an authoritative leader
Commitment to the academic and personal development of student-athletes.
Time Commitment:
2 to 3 practice sessions per week (Based on court reservation assigned by club office)
Weekends during the semester for tournament participation.
Fall semester (August-December) will be used as "preseason" which will include One home tournament, and One away tournament to get used to playing as a team and bond together.
Spring Semester (January-April) will consist of 4-5 tournaments: 1-2 Away invitational tournaments, 1 Home tournament, 1 Regional tournament, & National tournament.
Other Info:
Assistant Coach position will be compensated $250 per semester, plus travel expenses.
What is a Club Sport: Club sports play organized competitions and tournaments against other colleges and universities in their conference for a regular season, all in the effort to earn a spot to The National Tournament and compete for a National Championship. In addition to tryouts, students must often be in school full-time, pay membership dues, and apply to participate in club sports. Club sports are competitive, but they are also much more relaxed than collegiate athletics. That being said, there is a large emphasis on bringing in leadership that embodies competitiveness, as competing and winning are of the upmost importance along with character/player development.
SERIOUS APPLICANTS WILL HAVE TO INTERVIEW WITH TEAM BOARD MEMBERS, SUBMIT PRIOR COACHING EXPERIENCE (RESUME/REFERENCE, ETC)
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