Have you ever wondered what specific characteristics and experiences that Athletic Directors look for when they are hiring their next basketball coach?
We all can guess at some potential hiring parameters … a winning record, positive testimonials from past players, fellow coaches, parents and other athletic directors … but are those the most important factors?
Coach Wheeler is in the process of doing a survey of Athletic Directors on the topic of their “Hiring Process” so that he can provide the information to other coaches as they develop their resume and apply for coaching jobs.
Survey Questions for Athletic Directors* include…
- When do you know that you need to make a coaching change? What are the indicators? Aside from illegal or immoral activities which would be an immediate dismissal, what would you see as “the final straw” that would tell you that you need a new coach for your team?
- What is the most important quality you look for in your next varsity basketball coach?
- Where do you find the best candidates for your coaching openings? Online? Network of contacts? Other coaches? Other AD’s? Replies to Job Postings? Teachers at your school?
* If you are an Athletic Director and would like to participate in this survey, you can simply cut/paste the questions into a single comment below and add your responses. If you want to contact Coach Wheeler or if you need any clarification, please