Posted: 18-May-26
Location: Bethany, West Virginia
Type: Full-time
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Bethany College is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time, 12-month Head Women’s Basketball Coach position. This position will report to the Director of Athletics. The successful candidate must coordinate and implement all aspects of a competitive program.
Responsibilities include:- Meet recruiting goal - Recruit and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes
- Monitor and support all student-athletes in their academic pursuits
- Manage the recruiting and operating budgets of the program in accordance with all Bethany College policies
- Plans, prepares, and oversees all practices and scheduled competitions to provide a positive and competitive experience for student-athletes
- Coordinate fundraising efforts for the program in accordance with all Bethany College policies
- Maintain collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, the College, the Center for Enrollment, the Office of Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations, and other constituents interested in the program
- Secondary Duty – Game management – Sport Specific
- Performs other duties as assigned
Bethany sponsors 23 varsity programs, and our athletes compete at the NCAA Division III level. Bethany teams have a long tradition of not only competing for conference championships but also for postseason appearances. Bison athletic programs are affiliated with the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC). Our Bison compete against several other top liberal arts colleges from the region. In its history, Bethany’s accomplishments include the 1994 NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer National Championship,100+ Presidents’ Athletic Conference championships, 70+ NCAA Tournament Appearances, and 50+ ECAC Championship appearances.
Bethany’s campus is set in a safe, rural town, ranked the #1 Town to Live in West Virginia in 2019 (for towns with a population between 1,000 and 5,000) by homesnacks.net. We are at the doorstep of Pittsburgh – America’s Most Livable City. The arts and sports thrive in this wonderful city, home to many corporations and international companies. Enjoy the Arts, Penguins, Pirates, and Steelers.
Minimum qualifications include: A Bachelor's degree, a valid driver's license, and 3-5 years of appropriate experience recruiting and coaching in the sport of women’s basketball. Preference will be given to candidates with a master's degree and proven experience in recruiting and coaching at the intercollegiate level. Knowledge of and adherence to Bethany, NCAA Division III, and Presidents' Athletic Conference rules and regulations are also recommended.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. US citizenship or a valid work visa is required for this position. Start date will be immediate upon successful completion of a background check. Cover Letter, Resume and List of 3 Professional References can be submitted electronically to Athletic Director, Jen Windmiller at jwindmiller@bethanywv.edu. AA/EOE
