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Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball at Fairfield… · Fairfield
Job Description
Job Description:
DIVISION: Athletics
DEPARTMENT: Women's Basketball
REPORTS TO: Head Coach, Women's Basketball
JOB SUMMARY
Assist the Head Coach in managing and directing all aspects of a Division I basketball program. Responsible for assisting with the usual and customary duties associated with the coaching of an athletic program; including but not limited to recruitment and development of student-athletes, practice planning, scouting and game planning, in-game coaching, day-to-day guidance of athletes, and overall program culture development.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree preferred
Experience
3-5 years of collegiate coaching experience incorporating recruiting, scouting, practice planning, and on-court, in-game coaching duties, preferably at the Division I level
Collegiate playing experience
Knowledgeable of NCAA rules and regulations
Highly motivated with outstanding work ethic
Knowledge and Skills Needed
Recruiting and athlete development
Practice planning and game strategy
NCAA compliance knowledge
Leadership and communication
Budget management
Public relations capabilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Management & Support
Assists the Head Coach with responsibility for a successful program by:
Overseeing recruitment of academically qualified student-athletes
Maintaining academic success and progress of all recruited athletes in cooperation with Student-Athlete Academic Support Services
Preparing the team for practice and competitions
Overseeing and providing counseling, training, and conditioning for athletes
Ensuring NCAA, Conference, and University rules compliance with assistance from Compliance Services
Immediately reporting suspected or confirmed rules violations
Program Planning
Meeting regularly with the Head Coach to ensure clear understanding and dialogue of all program aspects
Maintaining accurate files and documentation on athletes
Recommending improvements to maintain program success
Budget Assistance
Budget planning and management
Recommending yearly changes in budget requests
Approving all program expenditures throughout the fiscal year
Student-Athlete Development
Assists in coordinating student-athlete development programs to ensure holistic development of the team
Summer Camp Administration
Assists in organizing and administering a quality summer camp program as requested
University Promotion
Assists the Head Coach in promoting the University by:
Managing assigned public relations responsibilities to radio, TV, media, University Alumni, and service groups
Producing a program that exhibits success and growth through spectator, faculty, and media interest
Organizing and conducting quality summer camps to promote the University and generate additional income
External Income Approval
Receives annual written approval from the Director of Athletics and Recreation and the President prior to receiving any athletically related income and benefits from sources outside the institution, including contractual agreements and letters of appointment
Professional Development
Participates in professional development by:
Attending divisional and departmental gatherings and seminars
Attending regular staff meetings
Monitoring NCAA and Conference developments through workshops and seminars
Conducting business with courtesy and respect to promote the department and program positively
Safety and Security
Promotes safe and secure working conditions by:
Promoting proper utilization of equipment, materials, staff, and athletes
Notifying the supervisor immediately of any unsafe conditions
Additional Duties
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate
WORK CONDITIONS
Non-traditional work hours
Possible extensive travel
Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens
DISCLAIMER
The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
Category:
Athletics - AdminPerforms such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
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