Assistant Coach Womens Basketball

Illinois College•Jacksonville, IL

1d•$27,000 - $27,000

About The Position

The primary function of the Assistant Coach is to assist the Head Coach in all program operations, including recruiting, retaining and coaching members of the basketball team. The Assistant Coach is responsible for day-to-day coaching responsibilities and is expected to meet recruiting and retention goals. This position will also assist the Head Coach on the coordination of travel, game day staff management, equipment management, camps, and fundraising.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, required
Intercultural competency; ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds
Able to develop and maintain collaborative relationships, engage in creative problem-solving, and extend enlightened hospitality when working with others.
Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability, required
Ability to work weekdays, weekends, and some evenings
Strong oral and written communication skills
Possess an outcomes-oriented approach to coaching
Ability to lift 30 pounds

Nice To Haves

Relevant coaching experience at the NCAA level, Division III, preferred
Recruiting experience at the collegiate level, Division III, preferred
Must understand and value the liberal arts experience for students at Illinois College, especially including participation in other sports, clubs and organizations, and having an academic experience
First Aid and AED certification, preferred

Responsibilities

Recruit, retain and graduate successful student-athletes
Assist in executing recruiting strategies to meet the recruitment and retention goals set by the College
Collaborate with Head Coach on ensuring academic performance and personal development of student-athletes is in alignment with institutional and program goals
Assist the Head Coach with all operations of running a successful basketball program
Demonstrate high level of intercultural competence and the ability to work with diverse population
Maintain a high level of professionalism on and off the court - toward student athletes, other coaches, parents, administrators, and members of the community
Adhere all Illinois College, Midwest Conference and NCAA rules and regulations
Attend regular athletic and admission staff meetings
Assume additional administrative responsibilities within Athletics Department, as assigned by the Director of Athletics