Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

DePauw University•Greencastle, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The assistant coach for women’s basketball is responsible for assisting the head women’s basketball coach in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division III women’s basketball program at DePauw University. This includes recruiting quality student-athletes, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, scouting, coaching, scheduling, budgeting and planning team travel in compliance with University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Secondary responsibilities for this position may include event supervision or other responsibilities assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Hudl, KrossOver, FrontRush, Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, Google Apps, other programs as determined by specific sport responsibilities
A valid US driver’s license is required
Certification in first aid, CPR and AED must be current at all times
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to and history of strong belief in mentoring students and demonstrated experience working with young adults
Desire to work in a rural, small-school environment devoted to providing liberal arts education, building community, and helping students prepare for their future careers
Stand F (Frequently)
Walk F (Frequently)
Handling / Fingering O (Occasionally)
Reach Outward O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally)
Climb O (Occasionally)
Crawl O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)
Bend O (Occasionally)
Speak O (Occasionally)
Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F (Frequently)
Lift/Carry 11-20 lbs O (Occasionally)
Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F (Frequently)
Push/Pull 13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)
Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception, Color)
Hearing (Auditory perception, or audition)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Collegiate playing experience in women’s basketball highly desirable

Responsibilities

Understand and comply with NCAA Division III, conference and University rules and regulations
Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student-athletes
Demonstrate sensitivity to individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and a commitment to a diverse community
Along with the head coach, implement a comprehensive recruiting plan for the identification and recruitment of qualified student-athletes
As directed by the head coach, develop and implement plans and strategies for practices and competition
As directed by the head coach, schedule games, make transportation and lodging arrangements for team travel
Assist with managing the women’s basketball operating budget
Assist with evaluating program effectiveness
Monitor student-athletes’ academic progression
As directed by the head coach, develop and coordinate community outreach and team fundraising events
Other duties as assigned by the head women’s basketball coach and/or Director of Athletics