Head Women's Basketball Coach

SUNY-Fredonia

Fredonia, NY

Posted Date: Jul 13, 2026

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QUALIFICATION

Salary Expectation
$60,000-$65,000/yr
Years of Experience
Not Provided
Work Type
Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

SUNY-Fredonia
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Conference

State University of New York Athletic Conference (DIII)

About the Job

Job Description

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Head Women's Basketball Coach

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Department:

Athletics & Recreation

Locations:

Fredonia, NY

Posted:

Jun 16, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

201583

About State University of New York at Fredonia:

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 3,200 undergraduate and graduate students in 65+ majors and 55+ minors and certificates. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success.

The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto.

Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords residents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter.

SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package.

Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals:

SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge
CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship
CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation
RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism

Read a message from State University of New York at Fredonia's President.

Job Description:

Rewards & Benefits

Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions;
Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid;
A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES

Reporting to the Director Athletics, the position will discharge the following responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III women's basketball program, including scheduling, practices, competition coaching, recruiting, budgeting, fundraising, and team travel.
Mentor and coach student-athletes, supporting skill development and an understanding of strategies necessary for competitive success.
Maintain thorough knowledge of and comply with all applicable University, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
Demonstrate a high level of motivation with strong interpersonal skills.
Participate in committees and provide service to the Department, University, and Profession.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Demonstrated record of successful basketball ability
Demonstrated record of coaching and recruiting in the sport of basketball
Demonstrated willingness and ability to travel and work a flexible schedule
Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and work with student employees
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and the needs of diverse faculty, staff, students, and university community
Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues for program growth and enhancement
Valid driver's license and ability to pass LENS certification
Possess current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications or ability to immediately obtain

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree
Prior experience at the Division III level
Interest in, and commitment to, community engagement

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, 10 month term appointed position. The start date will be negotiated with the final candidate and be no later than August 10, 2026. The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000, commensurate with experience.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.

An Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, Fredonia provides for, and promotes, equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment, without discrimination.

Pursuant to University policy, the University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, or domestic violence victim status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

The University's policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates shall apply and submit the required documents listed below by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Complete applications received by July 8, 2026 will be given full consideration. Names and contact information for three professional references are required as part of the application.