Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball

Overview

The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in formulating, teaching, and coaching technical aspects of game preparation and strategy for a Division I intercollegiate athletic program. Responsibilities include directing competitions, practices, administrative activities, alumni relations, and the recruitment process for student-athletes. The Assistant Coach develops the varsity sports program within the parameters and regulations of the Ivy League, other athletic leagues, the NCAA, and the University. This role requires maintaining a working knowledge of effective coaching techniques, organizing and managing all facets of the program, and ensuring the success and academic progress of student-athletes.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices, with the ability to work in a diverse environment and maintain effective relationships with administrators, parents, students, and alumni.
2. Ability to organize and manage all facets of the program, including recruiting, scouting, budget planning, individual instruction, and monitoring academic progress.
3. Ability to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment, maintaining confidentiality when necessary.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with athletes, coaches, and university administration.
5. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, with travel as required.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Professional certification in areas such as water safety, advanced life-saving, health services, first aid, or CPR may be required for some positions.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Participates in the planning, organizing and execution of preseason and season practices and contests.
2. Evaluates the athletes’ performance and progress to ensure peak performance during practices and contests.
3. Oversees the mental and physical preparation of athletes for contests; assists in the development of conditioning programs.
4. Scouts and evaluates opponents’ performance and recommends game strategy based on that evaluation
5. Oversees the recruitment of prospective student athletes; evaluate prospective students' athletic and academic abilities and present Head Coach with recruits for final selection.
6. Participates in planning for alumni events including fund raising or other special functions.
7. May perform other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and one year of work or playing experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience and knowledge of NCAA regulations.