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Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball

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Location

Princeton

Princeton University

Type

Full-time Staff

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent
NCAA/Ivy League compliance
Excellent communication skills
MS Office proficient
First Aid/AED/CPR certification
Valid Driver’s License
Collegiate basketball experience preferred
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Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball

Overview

The mission of Princeton University Department of Athletics is to strive for excellence in academics and athletics, while embracing equity in opportunity, good sportsmanship, and ethical conduct. In keeping with this mission, the role of the Women's Basketball Assistant Coach is to assist in providing a quality varsity program that will challenge and develop the physical, mental and personal abilities of student-athletes of a Division I program.

Responsibilities

  • Reporting to the Head Coach, the assistant coach assists in team and staff preparation necessary to compete at the Division I level including but not limited to:
    • Assist with the planning and execution of all practices.
    • Assist with technology and data use for player development and strategic decision making.
    • Assist with scouting reports of opponents.
  • Assist the coaching staff within the recruitment of top basketball student-athletes of high moral character who demonstrate the desire to excel in academics and athletics.
  • At the instruction of the recruiting coordinator, attend evaluation sites to assist in identifying talent.
  • Travel to contests/tournaments to evaluate prospects.
  • Assist with prospect camps on and off campus and making home/school visits as necessary.
  • Maintain compliance with NCAA and Ivy League legislation.
  • At the direction of the Head Coach, the assistant coach will be responsible for a wide variety of administrative tasks including but not limited to equipment and apparel organization, CARA logs, calendar management, recruiting logs, and other various reports for NCAA and Ivy League compliance related issues.
  • Work within the framework of the Department of Athletics administration and coaches.
  • Communicate effectively with students, faculty, administration, staff and alumni.
  • Ability to uphold the commitment to Department of Athletics mission of Education Through Athletics.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience.
  • Adhere to Ivy League, ECAC and NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Work within the framework of the Department of Athletics administration and coaches.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • First Aid, AED, and CPR certification within four months of hire.
  • Proficient with MS office products (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Collegiate basketball experience preferred.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours

36.25

Work Schedule, If Other Than Standard Hours

Nights and weekends required

Eligible for Overtime

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Probationary Period

180 days

Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

No

Estimated Appointment End Date

6/30/2027

Comments Related to End Date

Assistant coach contracts are renewed annually.

Physical Capacity Exam Required

No

Valid Driver’s License Required

Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Assistant Coach Women's Basketball position at Princeton University?

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience. Key requirements include adherence to Ivy League, ECAC, and NCAA rules, excellent oral and written communication skills, proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), and First Aid, AED, CPR certification within four months of hire. Collegiate basketball experience is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required. Learn more about Ivy League opportunities.

🏀What are the main responsibilities of the Women's Basketball Assistant Coach?

Reporting to the Head Coach, responsibilities include assisting with practice planning and execution, using technology and data for player development and scouting opponents, supporting recruitment of high-character student-athletes, attending evaluation sites and camps, maintaining NCAA and Ivy League compliance, handling administrative tasks like equipment organization and reports, and effective communication within the Department of Athletics. Explore administration jobs in athletics.

🔍Does the role involve recruiting for Princeton's Women's Basketball team?

Yes, the assistant coach assists in recruiting top basketball student-athletes with strong academics and character. Duties include attending evaluation sites, traveling to tournaments, supporting prospect camps, and making home/school visits under the recruiting coordinator. All activities must comply with NCAA and Ivy League rules. Check Ivy League recruiting guidelines.

📅What is the employment duration and schedule for this position?

The estimated end date is 6/30/2027, with contracts renewed annually. Standard weekly hours are 36.25, including nights and weekends. It is benefits-eligible with no overtime, a 180-day probationary period, and not essential services personnel. View higher ed admin jobs for similar roles.

💼What benefits and compliance expectations apply to this Princeton Athletics role?

Princeton University offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees. The role upholds the Department of Athletics' mission of Education Through Athletics, requires working within its framework, and strict NCAA, Ivy League compliance. Princeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No physical capacity exam required, but a valid driver’s license is needed. See employer branding in higher ed.

Is collegiate basketball experience necessary for the Assistant Coach position?

While collegiate basketball experience is preferred, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent coaching experience is the minimum. The role demands proficiency in player development, scouting, and administrative tasks within a Division I program. Build your profile with resources on higher ed careers.
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