Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a Head Coach or Assistant Coach of an assigned College of DuPage Intercollegiate Sports team.
• Provide coaching leadership that aligns with the College of DuPage mission, vision, and core values.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the sport, including practices and games.
• Ensure compliance with all College of DuPage and NJCAA eligibility and academic progress requirements for student athletes.
• Recruit prospective student athletes from high schools in coordination with the Office of Admission, following NJCAA guidelines.
• Adhere to all college policies related to team budgets and overall college finance practices.
• Assist in travel and transportation arrangements and manage funds for team travel.
• Monitor sportsmanship and conduct of student-athletes on and off the field/court.
• Perform duties in accordance with college and athletic department policies, procedures, and core values.
• Attend coaches department meetings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as determined in consultation with the Athletic Director or designee.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree, or a combination of education and coaching experience equivalent to 2 years required.

Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of innovative and proven coaching strategies and techniques required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a commitment to developing and maintaining a positive and productive playing environment for all team members required.
• Proven ability to provide mentoring and leadership to student-athletes and a commitment to student-athlete welfare required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NJCAA rules/requirements relevant to the conduct of an intercollegiate program required.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse groups required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills required.
• Ability to work and/or travel a flexible schedule to include evening, weekend, or limited overnight assignments required.

Licenses and Certifications

• COD Training
• AED/CPR Training

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work extended hours during specific sport seasons for practices, games, and recruiting.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have or acquire any coaching certification or license required for coaching.
• This position is subject to a criminal and motor vehicles background check.