Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Job Summary

The  Department of Athletics seeks an assistant women’s basketball coach beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021. This is a full-time appointment with benefits. The assistant basketball coach’s responsibilities include assisting the head coach in all duties involved in running a competitive Division III basketball program. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• On-site coaching in games and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices


• Prepare film breakdown and analysis, and present analysis to team members


• Plan and prepare for games


• Contribute to strength and conditioning program including one-on-one strength and conditioning work with student athletes


• Provide support and encouragement to student athletes including academic counseling and advising


• Monitor academic progress of athletes


• Recruit and retain talented athletes successfully


• Research academic and athletic credentials


• Build relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone, and one-on-one meetings


• Organize and implement overnight visits


• Understand NESCAC and NCAA rules, compliance, and laws


• Ensure safety and well-being of student athletes


• Serve as an effective role model for college-age students


• Provide effective communication to head coach


• Collaborate effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members


• Serve as a coordinator of team travel


• Assist with day-to-day operations of the basketball program


• Position will have a secondary assignment within the Department of Athletics


• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education and experience


• Previous experience coaching and or/competing at the collegiate level is required


• Committed to the values of a liberal arts education


• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering


• Must be organized, take initiative, and utilize strong time management skills


• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment


• Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements


• Ability to travel for team practices, competition, and scouting in and out of state


• Strong positive communication and interpersonal skills with all levels


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Ability to excel as a member of a diverse community