Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

University of Arkansas Fayetteville • Fayetteville, AR

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Women's Basketball Coach will assist the head coach in the overall operation of a Division I women's basketball program. This entry-level position is ideal for someone looking to begin or advance their career in collegiate athletics. The successful candidate will support the head coach in all aspects of the program, including player development, recruiting, academic support, and daily operations. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Prior basketball coaching experience
• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations
• Knowledge of technical aspects of the assigned sport and willingness to continue to learn and examine new ideas pertinent to the assigned sport
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Ability to work with potential students with diverse backgrounds
• Ability to use sound judgment and critical thinking skills when determining students’ needs
• Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of prior experience with women's basketball
• Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and development of student-athletes

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in the overall operation of a Division I women's basketball program.
• Support the head coach in all aspects of the program, including player development, recruiting, academic support, and daily operations.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level