Assistant Coach - Women's Basketball

Salary/Position Classification

• $64,800 - $67,080 annual, Exempt

Purpose of Position

The purpose of the Assistant Coach - Women's Basketball position is to assist the Head Women’s Basketball Coach with all aspects of a Division I program. This position provides comprehensive assistance to the Athletics Department in the area of providing instruction to the team. This position will provide instruction to the team that includes, but not limited to, teaching proper skills and techniques, teaching basic physical health concepts to include nutritional education, and teaching team & individual leadership concepts/skills as well as providing general safety instruction. Must have a commitment to compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations. Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide Instruction Specific to the Women's Basketball Team 

  • Design instructional/training in-season/off-season specific to assigned player groups and individuals.
  • Teach basic physical health concepts (to include nutritional education) specific to assigned player groups and individuals.

Salary/Position Classification

• $64,800 - $67,080 annual, Exempt

Purpose of Position

The purpose of the Assistant Coach - Women's Basketball position is to assist the Head Women’s Basketball Coach with all aspects of a Division I program. This position provides comprehensive assistance to the Athletics Department in the area of providing instruction to the team. This position will provide instruction to the team that includes, but not limited to, teaching proper skills and techniques, teaching basic physical health concepts to include nutritional education, and teaching team & individual leadership concepts/skills as well as providing general safety instruction. Must have a commitment to compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations. Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide Instruction Specific to the Women's Basketball Team 

  • Design instructional/training in-season/off-season specific to assigned player groups and individuals.
  • Teach basic physical health concepts (to include nutritional education) specific to assigned player groups and individuals.
  • Provide instruction related to team and leadership concepts/skills specific to assigned player groups and individuals.
  • Provide general safety instruction for all activities in which the team and/or individuals participate. Specifically instruct student athletes on safe training and exercise techniques.
  • Provide support and encouragement to promote the mental well-being of the student-athletes.
  • Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes.
  • Assist/run practices under the direction of the Head Coach.
  • Assist strength coach for weightlifting and conditioning practices, as needed.
  • Provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety of the student-athletes.
  • Other coaching duties assigned by Head Coach.
  • Assisting with all facets of coaching at all UND games and practices.
  • Follow all NCAA, conference, UND rules and regulations.

• Recruit and Evaluate Prospective Student Athletes / Team Travel / Scouting

  • Recruit quality prospective student-athletes 
  • Handle day-to-day correspondence, both email and print mail, as assigned.
  • Handle weekly telephone calls, as assigned.
  • Coordinate official and unofficial campus visits, as assigned.
  • Handle documentation for each prospective student athlete in accordance with NCAA and UND Athletics Department compliance protocols/rules.
  • Assist with team travel and/or scouting as assigned.
  • Assist with statistics at all UND games and practices.
  • Other recruiting duties as assigned by Head Coach.

• Social Media / Public Relations / Fundraising 

  • Assist with social media for basketball program, when applicable.
  • Develop community support for the program and participate in Athletics department and fundraising activities, as assigned.
  • Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public.
  • Assist with maintaining contact with basketball alumni and boosters, as assigned.
  • Other fundraising duties as assigned by Head Coach. 

• Assist with Camps & Clinics / Other Duties Assigned 

  • Assist with all aspects of basketball camps/clinics, as assigned.
  • Follow all university hiring procedures, as assigned.
  • Prepare Job Data Hire forms for each camp coach/counselor, monitor/approve all Hourly Reporting forms, if applicable.
  • Follow all NCAA, conference, and UND rules & regulations.
  • Other duties as assigned by Head Coach.

Required Competencies

• Must have effective professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and computer skills.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize.
• Ability to teach and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must have a commitment to NCAA compliance and follow all NCAA, conference and UND rules and regulations.
• Must have commitment to the academic success of student-athletes.
• Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student athletes includes having a valid driver’s license.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3 seasons of collegiate basketball coaching experience at the NCAA or NAIA level.
• 2 season of collegiate recruiting experience at the NCAA or NAIA level.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successfully completion of a criminal history background check (CHBC).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. _ This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. _

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 seasons of collegiate recruiting experience for women's basketball.
• Proven success as a coach, with a championship caliber overall record.
• Midwest recruiting ties including, but not limited to: North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio.
• Experience as director of collegiate basketball camps.
• Experience as director of player development in collegiate basketball.

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