Head Coach - Women's Basketball

Rutgers University–Newark (RU–N), an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey — a city of promise — is seeking a Head Women's Basketball Coach. Reporting to the Director of Athletics & Recreation, the Head Women's Basketball Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, organization, development, and administration of a competitive NCAA Division III women's basketball program that supports the mission, values, and strategic priorities of Rutgers University–Newark. This is a full-time, twelve-month position.

Responsibilities include recruiting, retaining, and mentoring academically and athletically qualified student-athletes; promoting student-athlete academic achievement, engagement, wellness, and graduation; planning and conducting practices, training sessions, conditioning programs, and competition preparation; coordinating team operations, scheduling, and travel; and fostering a positive, inclusive, and student-centered team culture that reflects the values of sportsmanship, leadership, and accountability.

Additional responsibilities include budget preparation and fiscal management, fundraising and alumni engagement activities, hiring and supervising assistant coaches, and ensuring compliance with NCAA Division III, conference, and University policies and procedures. The Head Coach is expected to maintain a visible and positive presence on campus and within the community, participate in departmental and University initiatives, and contribute to the overall success, integrity, and mission of the Department of Athletics & Recreation.

This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:

• Developing and implementing an effective year-round recruiting strategy that supports roster management, student-athlete retention, and competitive success.
• Monitoring the academic progress and overall well-being of student-athletes and ensuring appropriate referrals and access to academic support, health, wellness, and campus resources.
• Coordinating practice and competition schedules with Athletics Facilities and Operations staff and work collaboratively with athletic training and strength and conditioning personnel to support student-athlete health, safety, and performance.

Minimum Education and Experience:

a) Education or combination of education and/or experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor's degree required

(b) Experience:

• 3 years of Basketball coaching experience at the College level ; as either Head or Assistant Coach or, 3 years as a Head Coach at the High School level with Collegiate playing experience.