Basic Function:

The Head Coach position will be responsible for all day to day operations of a college level program and conduct the program in compliance with all applicable NCAA, ODAC and Institutional rules and regulations. The heavy emphasis will be on recruiting qualified student-athletes to the institution.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Plan, organize and direct all activities involved with establishing and running the
  Guilford College Sports program.

* A majority of coaching duties will be teaching their respective sport to students. This coaching is expected to be in person.
· Provide instruction and development for individual and team improvement, analyze athlete    performance, and prepare student-athletes for competition.
· Maintain positive and professional relations with students, athletes, alumni and other constituents.
· Monitor student-athlete academic performance to ensure academic success.
· Recruit and retain student-athletes within compliance regulations and
academic admissions standards.
· Coordinate all activities for home and away games including team travel plan,
transportation, and lodging.
· Evaluate and purchase equipment as necessary.
· Coordinate scheduling of practice and games with facility manager.
· Participate in fundraising and public relations activities.
· Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet requirements of the position, including early mornings, nights and weekends.
· Must be able to work in team relationships with diverse students, faculty, staff and alumni.
· This position is considered a Responsible Employee for purposes of the College’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. As such, this position is required to report any incident of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence to the college’s Title IX Coordinator when made aware of such.
· Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum 3 years coaching experience or equivalent combination of experience, training, and/or education which clearly
demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Strong and established recruiting skills are required.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Strong computer competency skills (MS word, Excel, email, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree
· Knowledge of all applicable individual association rules and regulations

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.

About Guilford College

Guilford College’s mission is to provide a transformative, practical, and excellent liberal arts education that produces critical thinkers in an inclusive diverse environment, guided by Quaker testimonies of peace, simplicity, equality, community and integrity, and emphasizing the creative problem-solving skills, experience, enthusiasm, and international perspectives necessary to promote positive change in the world.The Athletic Director supports the College mission by articulating and implementing a program to enhance the development and graduation of student-athletes. By emphasizing the student in the athlete, our program fosters academic growth, personal health and wellness, development of character and integrity, support for team effort and competition, and the enhancement of capacities that lead to an authentic life of purpose.The Athletic Director oversees all aspects of the Guilford College athletic program including hiring coaches, scheduling, budget preparation, promotion, compliance, and facilities and grounds management

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