Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for planning and directing the recruitment, conditioning, training, and performance of student athletes, along with fiscal program management, for the Harris-Stowe State University women’s Basketball Program. This position reports to the Director of Head women’s basketball coach This is a professional head coaching position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules, and regulations of the NAIA, the America Midwest Conference and Harris-Stowe State University. Employees in this job class may be subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract which is typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the overall planning and execution of the intercollegiate women’s basketball program.
• Monitor academic progress and status of team members
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NAIA and America Midwest Conference regulations.
• Coach team members individually and in groups, and demonstrate game techniques.
• Develop and implement game strategy and position assignments.
• Promote the athletic program and specific sport through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
• Assist with athletic department fundraising initiatives, booster club, and special events
• Attends monthly staff meetings
• Models and teaches NAIA Live 5; integrity, respect, responsibility, servant leadership, and sportsmanship
• Performs others duties as assigned by Head Women’s Basketball Coach.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Position requires high school diploma, bachelor’s degree preferred, and 1 years of coaching. Participation as a collegiate men’s or women’s basketball player at a four-year institution. Previous NAIA coaching experience, eligibility and compliance knowledge preferred.

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Decision Making and Organizational Skills, Proficient in Microsoft office outlook

Physical and Communication Requirements: The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may include the ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods; use a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment; review and process information presented in electronic and printed formats; and communicate effectively with colleagues, students, visitors, and other individuals in person, by telephone, and in other work-related settings.

Must have the physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and to bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead.