Head Coach Men S Basketball

**Job Description:** The Head Coach is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and management of the varsity men’s basketball program. This includes all aspects of team development, recruitment, competition, and student-athlete welfare, ensuring the program's success both on and off the field.  **Major Responsibility:  Team Leadership and Strategy (40%)** * Develop and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy for the program. * Oversee all aspects of training, practice, and game planning. * Mentor and guide all coaching staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. * Make key strategic decisions regarding player personnel and in-game adjustments. **Major Responsibility: Recruitment and Program Development (30%)** * Lead all recruitment efforts, including scouting, evaluation, and communication with prospective student-athletes and their families. * Develop and manage a robust recruitment plan that aligns with the program's long-term goals. * Build and maintain relationships with high school coaches, club programs, and community stakeholders. **Major Responsibility:  Student-Athlete Development and Welfare (20%)** * Promote a positive team culture that emphasizes academic achievement, sportsmanship, and personal growth. * Work with student-athletes to improve their technical skills, physical conditioning, and mental approach to the sport. * Serve as a primary resource for student-athletes, connecting them with campus support services as needed. **Major Responsibility:    Administrative Duties and Fundraising (10%)** * Oversee the program's budget, including travel, equipment, and recruiting expenses. * Ensure compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League, and institutional rules and regulations. * Manage team logistics, including travel arrangements and scheduling. * Actively participate in departmental fundraising efforts and cultivate relationships with program alumni and donors. **Education and Experience** * Bachelor's degree required * 5+ years of coaching experience at the collegiate level, with a proven track record of success. * Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Strong understanding of NCAA rules and regulations. All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division). Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown. **Benefits of Working at Brown:** Please review additional information on the [Benefits of Working at Brown](https://hr.brown.edu/benefits-wellness). **Recruiting Start Date:** 2026-07-27 **Job Posting Title:** Head Coach, Men's Basketball **Department:** Athletics and Recreation **Grade:** Grade 11 **Worker Type:** Employee **Worker Sub-Type**: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) **Time Type:** Full time **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 37.5 **Position Work Location:** Onsite   **Submission Guidelines:** The designated [Position Work Location](https://hr.brown.edu/working-brown/flexible-work/position-work-locations) for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.   This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. **Still Have Questions?** If you have any questions you may contact [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). **Brown is an E-Verify Employer.** **EEO Statement:** Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.