Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball

George Mason University•Fairfax, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Women’s Basketball Head Coach, the Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball will provide teaching, coaching and technical expertise needed to allow the student-athlete to compete at their highest competitive potential. Additionally, it is also a primary responsibility of the incumbent to be cognitive to all coaching and/or teaching duties associated with the program. This is to include but not be limited to the oversight and management of the safety and well-being of those student athletes assigned to their coaching care. In the absence of the Head Coach, incumbent is expected to act on behalf of the Head Coach on any and all related program issues. The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of a highly competitive Division I program.

Requirements

Master’s degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant experience in coaching at the intercollegiate level or professional experience teaching the sport
Experience in administrative functions, budgeting, fundraising, promotional activities and public relations
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations governing recruitment, eligibility and related functions
Working knowledge of Conference (A10) rules and regulations
Solid demonstrated knowledge of the sport, including rules, strategies, and techniques
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to organize, develop, and execute recruitment plans
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students
Ability to motivate and inspire players to achieve their full potential
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Display leadership qualities and skills
Valid driver's license: must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator’s license that meets all of GMU’s requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason’s Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/vehicle-use/. The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver’s licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon a favorable review
CPR, AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in related field
Coaching experience in a NCAA Division I level program is preferred
Knowledge of recruitment techniques and proven ability to bring in high-level prospects

Responsibilities

Effectively prepare and organize pre-season, in-season, and post-season conditioning programs and practice sessions, including writing the daily practice plans
Oversee the strength and conditioning development of the athletes
Be aware and maintain a safe and healthy environment for the student-athlete
Construct scouting materials and conduct scout meetings
Effectively recruit the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory constraints established by the University, A-10, and NCAA
Abide by and promote the aims, goals, and objectives established by the Athletic Director and Head Coach
Abide by and promote the policies, guidelines, rules, regulations and criteria established by the Athletic Director and Head Coach for the student-athlete
Know, understand and assure that the student-athletes abide by all the University, Atlantic 10, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Rules and Regulations
Know, understand and abide by all University, A10 and NCAA Rules and Regulations
Be aware and abide by the rules of confidentiality (Buckley Amendment)
Understand and abide by proper procedures of due process in dealing with the student-athlete and staff
Follow the administrative procedures established by the University and written up in the Department Staff Handbook
Assist Head Coach in developing and implementing the overall recruiting strategy to effectively recruit the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory constraints established by the University, A10, and NCAA
Complete CARA logs via ARMS
Provide input & ideas from WBB on important legislative decisions, rules & bylaws of the NCAA governing body
Oversee WBB's compliance and complete data entry through ARMS software
Act as Team Liaison to Academic Services (study hall and tutoring)
Act as Team Liaison to Strength & Conditioning and Athletic Training
Act as Team Liaison to Events and Marketing to plan and implement promotional games
Act as Team Liaison to SID to grow the social media content and impressions
Act as Team Liaison to Community Relations to arrange and conduct youth clinics
Participate in fundraising efforts and special events
Work to enhance and identify NIL opportunities for current WBB student-athletes
Perform other duties as requested by the Assistant Vice President/Director of Intercollegiate Athletics or Sport Administrator