Head of Basketball Coaching and Operations (Redwood City)

Head of Basketball Coaching and Operations

Are you a basketball enthusiast with a passion for developing young athletes and coaches? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can make a real impact on and off the court? If so, we invite you to join our team as our Head of Basketball Coaching and Operations.

In this role, you'll be an integral part of our leadership team, ensuring our coaches are trained to perform at their best, fostering positive relationships with athletes and their families, and ensuring that our programs and events run without a hitch while embodying our company culture and values. You'll combine your love for the game with your exceptional people and project management skills to create a positive and empowering environment for everyone.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure quality control and adherence to our coaching standards
• Represent the company at games and events, embodying our values and culture
• Provide support and guidance to coaches during games and events
• Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, addressing their concerns and ensuring their satisfaction
• Managing program managers and ensuring programs operate effectively
• Set clear performance expectations for coaches and staff
• Provide regular feedback and coaching to support staff’s development
• Conduct performance evaluations and address any performance issues
• Serve as a player-coach, stepping in to coach or assist with games and practices as needed
• Act as a liaison between coaches, staff, parents, and players, facilitating effective communication in written and verbal form
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment
• Collaborate with the leadership team on strategic initiatives
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of operational processes
• Identify areas for improvement and streamline workflows

Work Environment & Expectations

• You will work in a sports facility the majority of the time
• You will wear athletic, basketball related attire. You should always dress to be “on-court” ready.
• You will spend a portion of time on the court; coaching, training, and actively participating in basketball drills. Candidates should be capable of engaging in on-court activities as needed.
• You will work many Saturdays and Sundays at programs and events. Traveling will be required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Needed

• You possess a deep understanding of basketball, with the ability to coach and mentor players of various skill levels.
• You are an experienced coach who can teach and lead other coaches with an emphasis on personal and professional development.
• You have a proven track record in people management, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• You're a natural leader, capable of inspiring and motivating others to reach their full potential.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong relationships with coaches, staff, parents, and players.
• You're highly organized and detail-oriented, ensuring smooth operations and efficient processes.
• You're adaptable and thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple priorities with ease.
• You're passionate about youth development and committed to making a positive impact on young lives.

Who we are:

Starting in 2005 as an offshoot of Esface’s mission to “make popular culture positive so that positive culture can be popular,” Team Esface started as an individual basketball training program and has since developed into a year-round academy offering club teams, camps, clinics, and private training in the SF Bay Area. Today, Team Esface uses these experiences to teach the fundamentals of basketball, instill personal “life leadership” qualities, facilitate cross-cultural exchanges, and build community. Since 2002, TEAM Esface has served over 4,000 youth by hosting over 200 clinics and 80 camps sessions, coaching over 80 teams and facilitating over ten tournaments.

We work in a fast-paced, youthful small business environment that's always striving to win. We're obsessed with developing not only our players and coaches, but also ourselves. We're constantly looking for ways to improve and evolve, both on and off the court.

As JJ Reddick would say, we are basketball sickos, whether it be our invite-only pick-up games on Thursdays or our running conversation about the all-time G.O.A.T.s (Greatest Of All Time). We know our stuff, and we're always ready to talk and play hoop.

We work hard and play hard, with an on-court schedule that includes after-school and on weekends. The right candidate must be dedicated to being available during on-court hours and office hours, which means putting in the time and effort to help our team succeed.

If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we want to hear from you! Team Esface Basketball offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization. So, what are you waiting for? Let's get in the game and make some magic happen!

Required Skills

• 2+ years of experience in coaching or managing youth basketball programs
• 2+ years of experience in leading and managing people
• 2+ years of experience in project and event management
• 2+ years of experience in customer service and support
• Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals and coaching techniques
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders
• Proficiency in Google Suite or similar office productivity tools