The Program Head for Girls’ Basketball is responsible for developing and leading the basketball program while supporting and upholding the School’s mission. This is a part time twelve-month position which includes coaching in season and off season programs.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
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Head coach of the Varsity program
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Handle parent concerns related to the Basketball program
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Identify, retain and manage a team parent
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Work closely with Director of Athletics in hiring and evaluation of the coaching staff
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Manage all scheduling needs for the program, organize off-campus sites, playoff locations and other needs
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Attend all pertinent CIF, League, and Seasonal Coaches meetings pertaining to the sport
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Attend monthly Athletic Program Head meetings
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Manage inventory and distribution of all uniforms and equipment for the program in conjunction with the Assistant Athletic Director.
- Work closely with Director of Athletics with the management of the budget for the program
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Work closely with the Sage Hill School Strength and Conditioning Coach both in season and off season to develop a program to fit the needs of the team
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Handle game day management for the program
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Work closely with the Athletic Trainer in regards to the program player’s injuries and recovery plan
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Support, attend and present awards for the program at the Seasonal Athletic Awards Celebration
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Attend all Thunder Club events when appropriate
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Plan, organize and execute an off season program in the fall through the Lightning Club program
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Plan, organize and execute a girls’ basketball summer camp for high school students through the Summer at Sage program
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Plan, organize and execute a girls’ basketball summer camp for middle school students through the Summer at Sage program
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Other duties as delegated by the Director of Athletics
Supervisory responsibilities:
Girls’ Basketball coaching staff and trainers
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Experience as a head coach
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Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong conflict resolution
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Excellent collegiality, professionalism and organizational ability
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Superior oral and written communication skills
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Strong understanding of the culture and goals of independent schools
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Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently and effectively within a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment
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Ability to work well with teenagers and their parents
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Ability to maintain confidentiality
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Ability to use sound judgment and work independently
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B.A. or B.S. degree in appropriate field, M.A. or M.S. preferred
