Assistant Coach, Basketball

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Wesleyan College, a member of the NCAA DIII and Collegiate Conference of the South, seeks qualified candidates for an Assistant Coach for Women's Basketball.  

The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Basketball Coach in carrying out the objectives of the athletics program as outlined by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.   The Assistant Coach will instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success.  This position reports to the Head Basketball coach in conjunction with the Athletic Director. The candidate will be expected to know and/or quickly familiarize themselves and adhere to NCAA Division III rules and regulations.

Pay for this position is a $2,000 stipend paid monthly over the course of the Basketball season.

Essential duties: 

• Adhere to, support, and follow the academic standards and requirements of the University regarding the eligibility student-athletes.
• Assist student-athletes by providing appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the success of each student-athletes' development and completion of stated program of study.  
• Report any known or suspected violations of the College and NCAA Division III rules and regulations to the Director of Athletics.
• Assist in organizing and supervising all practices, games, and other workout sessions for the team.
• Assist the Head Coach in the instruction and coaching of student-athletes.

Wesleyan College, a member of the NCAA DIII and Collegiate Conference of the South, seeks qualified candidates for an Assistant Coach for Women's Basketball.  

The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Basketball Coach in carrying out the objectives of the athletics program as outlined by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.   The Assistant Coach will instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success.  This position reports to the Head Basketball coach in conjunction with the Athletic Director. The candidate will be expected to know and/or quickly familiarize themselves and adhere to NCAA Division III rules and regulations.

Pay for this position is a $2,000 stipend paid monthly over the course of the Basketball season.

Essential duties: 

• Adhere to, support, and follow the academic standards and requirements of the University regarding the eligibility student-athletes.
• Assist student-athletes by providing appropriate advice and assistance to help ensure the success of each student-athletes' development and completion of stated program of study.  
• Report any known or suspected violations of the College and NCAA Division III rules and regulations to the Director of Athletics.
• Assist in organizing and supervising all practices, games, and other workout sessions for the team.
• Assist the Head Coach in the instruction and coaching of student-athletes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• One or more years of successful high school, college, or private coaching experience is preferred
• Ability to assess the team’s competitive strengths and vulnerabilities
• Demonstrated skill in making recommendations to enhance the team’s performance 
• Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule
• Previous coaching experience at the NCAA DIII or NAIA, preferred

Candidates must have:

• Proven ability to communicate effectively one-on-one, in small groups, and in a public setting
• Ability to communicate ideas and priorities effectively to promote teamwork and achieve desired results
• Creativity, flexibility, humility, maturity, and patience
• Commitment to Wesleyan’s core values

To apply for this position, upload a letter of interest, resume, and three references preferably in one pdf document.  Applications without the required documents may not be considered.  Due to the volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually.  Posting may close as soon as an applicant pool is identified.

Wesleyan College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, national origin, status as a war veteran, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.  Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States, individuals will be required to provide proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States upon acceptance of an employment offer.

Wesleyan College is a certified drug-free workplace employer. All applicants being considered for employment are required to submit to substance screening and must pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

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