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Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.

Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields – you will need to verify that the data is accurate.

In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.

Department of Athletics and Recreation

Head Women’s Basketball Coach/Recruitment and Retention Coordinator

The Head Women’s Basketball Coach/Recruitment and Retention Coordinator (Assistant Director 3) has the primary responsibility for coordinating and overseeing all aspects of the Women’s Basketball program. Reporting to the Vice President of Athletics and Recreation, this position will coordinate the operations, coaching and cultivation of Kean’s Division III team and its student-athletes. This includes, but is not limited to: recruitment and retention of student-athletes; scheduling; fundraising; travel arrangements; budget; and performing related work as assigned. Additionally, this role supports department-wide initiatives focused on recruitment, matriculation, NCAA compliance and retention of student-athletes across all programs.

This individual will support the mission of the University and bring knowledge and passion for women’s basketball and Kean athletics.

This is a 12-month position which requires travel, including overnight trips and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and two years of intercollegiate coaching experience and/or professional experience in the sport of basketball, as well as demonstrated skills in developing and motivating student-athletes for athletic, academic and personal success is required. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Candidate must have knowledge of and the ability to coach the sport of basketball; strong organizational and coordination skills; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; and excellent oral and written communication skills. **NOTE:** This position also requires the ability to perform essential functions including, but not limited to: the ability to physically lift, position, move and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; walking long distances/standing for long durations of time outdoors/indoors in varied temperatures; and exposure to high noise levels.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $71,238.41 to $77,715.97 (Steps 3-5). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website (https://www.kean.edu/offices/human-resources/benefits) .

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml) (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures (https://www.kean.edu/media/reasonable-accomodations) .

Mission Statement

Kean University, New Jersey’s first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer