Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Western Colorado University • Gunnison, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Western Colorado University invites applications for the position of Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach. The position of Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach will report directly to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach and will assist with organizing and conducting practices and conditioning sessions. Assist with the coordination of the distribution, collection, and storage of athletic equipment, gear and supplies (during the season and at its conclusion) and the collection of fees for lost equipment and gear by student-athletes. This position also recruits student-athletes while meeting University policy and NCAA Division II regulations. Works closely with the Head Coach to this end. In consultation with the Director of Athletics, Compliance Coordinator, and Head Coach, assures that student-athletes are eligible to participate in athletics according to university and NCAA Division II regulations. Demonstrates concern for the academic, physical and emotional well-being of each team member by actively encouraging and supporting the academic success of team members. This includes encouraging or ensuring regular class attendance, monitoring grades and working to minimize conflicts between athletic and academic responsibilities. Actively encourages and supports the psychological and emotional well-being of team members, provides appropriate mentoring and life guidance, and seeks professional assistance when circumstances warrant. The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach has knowledge of and stays in compliance with Western Colorado University, NCAA Division II, RMAC and NCAA rules and regulations. Adheres to budget, one card, cash handling policies and guidelines established by the University and foundation. Actively participates in Athletic Department functions and meetings and in university commitees as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• General knowledge of NCAA Division II basketball practices and regulations.
• Ability to establish good rapport and relationships with players, administrators, staff, alumni and the general public.
• 1-2 years playing basketball experience.
• 1-2 years basketball coaching experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Coaching and competition experience at the collegiate level.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and conducting practices and conditioning sessions.
• Assist with the coordination of the distribution, collection, and storage of athletic equipment, gear and supplies.
• Collection of fees for lost equipment and gear by student-athletes.
• Recruit student-athletes while meeting University policy and NCAA Division II regulations.
• Assure that student-athletes are eligible to participate in athletics according to university and NCAA Division II regulations.
• Demonstrate concern for the academic, physical and emotional well-being of each team member.
• Encourage and support the academic success of team members.
• Encourage or ensure regular class attendance, monitor grades and work to minimize conflicts between athletic and academic responsibilities.
• Actively encourage and support the psychological and emotional well-being of team members.
• Provide appropriate mentoring and life guidance, and seek professional assistance when circumstances warrant.
• Stay in compliance with Western Colorado University, NCAA Division II, RMAC and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Adhere to budget, one card, cash handling policies and guidelines established by the University and foundation.
• Actively participate in Athletic Department functions and meetings and in university committees as assigned.

Benefits

• Shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Other insurance options
• Free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years (after one year of employment)

What This Job Offers

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