Community Colleges of Spokane Looking for Head Women’s Basketball Coach Full Time

Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) District Equity Statement

CCS believes that access to high-quality education in a safe and inclusive environment is the right of all individuals and imperative for the continued advancement of a strong democracy and workforce. We also believe higher education institutions have an obligation to work toward and demonstrate progress in ensuring equity amongst their students, faculty, and staff. Equity is grounded in the principle of fairness. In higher education, equity refers to ensuring that each student receives what they need to be successful through the intentional design of the college experience.

CCS is seeking a Head Women’s Basketball Coach. This position is responsible for the management, development and maintenance of a competitive Women’s Basketball program within the guidelines of the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) and CCS, including during the pre-season and out-of-season. This position reports directly to the Athletics Director/Dean of Physical Education and Recreation. 

NOTE: This position is open until filled. To ensure consideration, please submit your application as soon as possible. 

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Responsible for student athlete recruiting, organizing, budgeting, teaching and developing skills, team transportation, team conduct, advising and scheduling.
• Develop and maintain a competitive Women’s basketball program within the guidelines and philosophy of CCS and the NWAC.
• Recruit and retain student athletes adhering to the rules and regulations of the NWAC and CCS.
• Teach the fundamentals of basketball and create practice and game schedules.
• Develop and prepare for approval by the Athletic Director/Dean of Physical Education program budget and follow all CCS budgetary guidelines.
• Follow all state, CCS and CCS Foundation purchasing and travel procedures.
• Promote a diverse college environment and enhance CCS’s visibility in the local community.
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to conference rules.
• Encourage and demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times.
• Represent CCS in a positive manner.
• Keep the Athletic Director/Dean of Physical Education informed of all planning, organizing and development of the program.
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions.
• Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements.
• Support and advance the CCS strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS) 

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• College or high school head coaching experience or experience as an assistant coach at the high school or college level.
• Ability to advise, mentor, guide student athletes.
• Availability to attend all practices and games including during the evenings and weekends.
• Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.
• A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals, objectives and strategic plan of CCS.
• The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, and community and technical college system.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Head coach experience at the college/university level.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to NWAC intercollegiate basketball rules and regulations.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Community Colleges of Spokane maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for an interview, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader), state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified at New Hire Intake. Please reach out to [email protected] if you need information on a medical accommodation or [email protected] if you need information on a religious exemption.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work requires long periods of standing and walking.
• Work is active in nature.
• Move up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 75 lbs. occasionally.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
• Requires local, regional and/or national travel. If using personal vehicle proof of driver’s license and car insurance required.
• Valid motor vehicle operator license required.
• Criminal background check required.
• Currently be CPR/First Aid certified or be able to obtain certification immediately.
• Pass two online NWAC coaching certificates within one month of hire date.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• CCS online application and supplemental questions.
• Cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the responsibilities of this position. *
• Comprehensive resume. *
• Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.*
• College transcript(s) if applicable – unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted upon acceptance of job offer.

NOTE: All of the above are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The item(s) marked with an asterisk are required attachments to your application prior to submission. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at [email protected]

Community Colleges of Spokane does not discriminate in its programs, activities and employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parental status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with disability, genetic information or any other legally protected category. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity and/or grievances to the Chief Administration Officer, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., PO Box 6000, MS 1004, Spokane WA 99217-6000 or call 509-434-5037; WA Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1.

Native Land Acknowledgement

We are honored to acknowledge that the Community Colleges of Spokane, and our main campuses for Spokane Falls and Spokane Community College, are located on the traditional and sacred homelands of the Spokane Tribe. We also provide services in a region that includes the traditional and sacred homelands of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and the Kalispel Tribe. The CCS Pullman Center operates on the WSU campus and is located on the ancestral homelands of the Palus people and on the ceded lands of the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce) Tribe.

We pay our respect to tribal elders both past and present as well as to all indigenous people today. This land holds their cultural DNA and we are honored and grateful to be here on their traditional lands. We give thanks to the legacy of the original people and their descendants and pledge to honor their stewardship and values.