"Head Women's Basketball Coach"

Company: Richard Bland College

Job Location:

Category: Athletics - Coaching

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Hiring Range: Up to $50,000 (Commensurate with Experience)

Job Duties

Richard Bland College (RBC) is a two-year, residential, liberal arts transfer institution dedicated to preparing students for successful transfer to highly ranked colleges and universities. The College is a true hidden gem located just outside the Tri Cities region-set on more than 750 acres of wetlands, serene forest, and home to Virginia's oldest and largest pecan grove.

RBC offers a supportive, close knit campus environment where academic excellence and personal development are prioritized, and its athletic programs reflect the same commitment to growth and achievement.

The College is now entering its third season of women's basketball and has already emerged as a national contender-finishing National Runner Up in NJCAA Division II in its inaugural season. As a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and Region 10, RBC continues to build a strong reputation for competitive excellence.

Richard Bland College is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head Women's Basketball Coach to lead its nationally recognized program. Reporting directly to the Director of Athletics, the successful candidate will oversee all phases of the women's basketball program in compliance with NJCAA rules and College policies. This role includes recruiting and developing student athletes, managing program operations, and fostering a culture of teamwork, academic success, integrity, and competitive achievement.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and elevate a rapidly rising program within an exceptional academic and natural environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Student Athlete Development

• Recruit and retain qualified student athletes; ensure timely submission of academic records for admissions.
• Meet college identified annual recruiting goals.
• Provide instruction in athletic skills, game strategies, sportsmanship, and personal development.
• Support student athletes in balancing academic, athletic, and personal responsibilities.

Program Leadership & Athletic Performance

• Develop strategies to motivate individual and team performance.
• Promote appropriate personal and social conduct both on and off campus.
• Plan and execute practice sessions, game preparation, and in game coaching.

Team & Staff Management

• Direct and supervise assistant coaches and training personnel.
• Oversee player development, team cohesion, and performance standards.

Operations & Administration

• Participate in the planning and management of the team budget.
• Coordinate all home events, including event setup, scheduling referees, and training event staff.
• Manage team travel, logistics, and required documentation in accordance with College policies.

Community & Campus Engagement

• Actively participate in campus programs and initiatives.
• Lead the development and coordination of team community service projects.
• Coordinate team fundraising efforts to supplement operational expenses.

Additional Duties

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the College.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Considerable years of coaching experience (High School, Club or College) or playing experience as a collegiate athlete
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse groups (e.g., faculty, staff, students).
• Valid driver's license

Additional Considerations

• Extensive experience playing or coaching at the collegiate level
• Background and experience working within a collegiate recreation and/or athletic department
• Experience with the management of students and complex student schedules
• Working knowledge and understanding of NJCAA or NCAA policies and procedures
• Proven ability to coordinate successful team fundraisers