Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball

Notre Dame Athletics develops and challenges each student-athlete to pursue excellence and serve as a force for good in the world. Our vision is to lead collegiate athletics by defining the integrated student-athlete experience and forming champions. To do this, we are eager to attract, recruit, develop and retain individuals who positively contribute to a collaborative, connected culture where all may thrive.

As a prospective member of Notre Dame Athletics, we invite you to apply if you have a shared purpose for our distinctly integrated student-athlete experience, an unrivaled passion for people who propel a dynamic and high performing organization, and a proven record of success in your field. 

The Assistant Coach is a 12-month position that assists the Head Coach in recruiting, coaching and mentoring elite student-athletes for the Women's Basketball team, and providing administrative and organizational support for the program. Coaching and mentoring duties include assisting in the organization and implementation of the team's training program and practices; preparation of athletes for competitions; and attending coaching clinics and lectures as assigned by the Head Coach. The Assistant Coach will also participate in recruiting activities including campus and home visits, phone calls, correspondence, evaluations of techniques, etc. The individual will undertake administrative duties to assist in the organization and hosting of competitions, and complete other administrative tasks as assigned by Head Coach. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Human Performance, Human Biology, Sports Management or related field required.
• Previous experience on a competitive level and coaching experience is preferred.
• Must possess extensive knowledge of the sport as well as its skills and strategies.
• Strong organization and communication skills are necessary to effectively complete job tasks.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required.
• Successful candidate must have an appreciation and understanding of the academic/athletic balance required of student-athletes at a highly selective and competitive academic institution.

Additional Information
*The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.*