Part Time - Women's Basketball - Assistant Coach

The Pennsylvania State University • Abington, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Penn State Abington has an immediate opening for a part-time Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. Penn State Abington is a member of the NCAA Division III and the United East Conference. This is a part-time opening that reports to the Head Women's Basketball Coach and the Director of Athletics.

Requirements

• Experience in coaching at the college level or significant experience coaching at the high school or club level, or equivalent required and/or collegiate playing experience.
• Ability to assist with recruiting outstanding student-athletes to a strong academic environment.
• Ability to effectively teach and coach students in both a team and individual setting.
• A commitment to being a positive role model and leadership with integrity.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of people in a manner that positively portrays the College.
• Adherence to all NCAA, United East, and Penn State policies and procedures.
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
• A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

Responsibilities

• Helping the Head Coach with organizing all aspects of the women’s basketball program.
• Demonstrates knowledge of, and ability to develop, sport skills, strategies and philosophy.
• Promotes student-athlete welfare and provides appropriate mentoring to student-athletes.
• Participate in team travel according to established policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicates within the Head Coach and within the department of athletics on matters pertaining to program.
• Assist with the management of the team’s commitment to NCAA and United East Conference regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed