Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball & DCA Success Coach
EXPIRED
Posted Jun 22, 2024
Expired Aug 16, 2024
ATTENTION:
Internal/External
External
Position Title
ATTENTION:
Internal/External
External
Position Title
Apply NowAssistant Coach, Men's Basketball & Diversity and College Access Success Coach
TTC Title and Code
Assistant Coach (CC003) 65% and Academic Advisor (AE002) 35%
FTE
100%
Position Information
Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point Main Campus
Supervisor
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Brad Duckworth, Athletics Director, and to the Associate Director of the Diversity and College Access
Total Rewards
UW Stevens Point provides a competitive benefits package including monthly premiums starting at $32, deductibles starting at $250, auto-enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with employer contributions, and 17+ days of paid time off (PTO)*. Additional benefits and more information available on our Total Rewards page . Relocation is not available for this position.
Department
Athletics and Diversity and College Access
Department Description
Division of Athletics. http://athletics.uwsp.edu/index.aspx?...
Recently ranked in the Top 10 Public Universities in the Midwest by US News and World Report, UWSP provides challenging academics and a rich array of extra-curricular opportunities within a supportive regional community with over 9,000 students. More than 400 faculty members and teaching staff provide over 120 programs, with a student-to-faculty ration of 22:1. Committed to developing global citizens, UWSP has a strong focus on sustainability, and engages the highest percentage of students in study abroad within the University of Wisconsin System.
The primary mission of Diversity and College Access (DCA) is to improve the retention and graduation rates for African American, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American and LGBTQ+ students. DCA connects these students to on and off campus resources and supports pre-college programs for low-income, first generation and academically at-risk high school students.
University Description
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit
https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point.
JOB DETAILS:
Position Summary
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This is a dual position reporting to Athletics and Diversity and College Access departments.
The assistant coach responsibilities range from the planning, recruiting, coaching, developing, implementing, communication and administering of his/her program to achieve University and Department objectives to teaching duties within the Department of Athletics. Exhibit behavior that enhances the respect for the student-athletes, the athletics program, the University, and yourself in the conduct of your professional responsibilities. The position of assistant men's basketball coach reports to the head men's basketball coach.
DCA Success Coach provides a holistic support service to underrepresented students (i.e., African American) in promoting appropriate and responsible choices on academic, social, and personal development to mitigating their academic and personal success. They will serve as a spokesperson and advocate on matters pertainingto student success by connecting them to on- and off campus resources to support their transition to campus and providing them the resources for their personal, academic, and professional development.
The DCA Success Coach helps identify barriers to academic success and assist them in creating and applying action plans for overcoming challenges. They also help students maximize their potential by supporting and assisting students in gaining effective strategies and behaviors that can support their personal and academic lives. Maintains appropriate confidentiality, updates student advising records, and contributes to the development and delivery of success coaching and mentorship related events and programs. Works to ensure students receive accurate, timely, and holistic services in support of promoting student success, retention, and program completion. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and recruitment efforts for the unit to support underrepresented, first-generation, and low-income students' success. Develops internal partnerships in support of program awareness and provides student interventions as needed.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications
| - Minimum three years of basketball coaching, playing or related experience - Minimum of two years of experience advising/coaching students of color, fostering experience students, first-generation, low-income students - Knowledge of coaching and mentoring techniques - Knowledge of processes and resources for organizing and leading group and collaborative activities - Candidates must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to balance multiple demands and effectively organize and manage time and tasks - Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community | |
Preferred Qualifications
| - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university - Demonstrated strong commitment to athletes as students - Demonstrated experience with: - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, student personnel or related field - Demonstrated ability to work with as well as understand the needs and characteristics of student served in the programs, Students of Color, economically disadvantaged, first-generation and/or fostering experienced students in post-secondary education - Demonstrated commitment to equity and social justice coupled with strong interpersonal, communication, and management skills with the ability to work effectively within a diverse university setting - Shared similar lived experience as students served in the program |
SPECIAL NOTES:
Special Notes
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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. UW-Stevens Point's mission is, "Through the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point fosters intellectual growth, provides a broad-based education, models community engagement and prepares students for success in a diverse and sustainable world."
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 orhr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Cl...
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
*PTO offering prorated based on start date and hours worked.
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TO APPLY:
How To Apply
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This position and instructions on how to apply are located on ourwebsite. Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application.To return to a draft application, click on the My Activities link at the top of the screen after logging in.Once you click on Submit Application, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. After submitting the application, you will receive an Application Confirmation email from the application system. Refer to theHow To Apply document for more information.
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Anticipated Appointment Date
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August 2024
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Terms of Employment
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This is a limited position, exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Limited appointees serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and are subject to Chapter UWS 15, Wisconsin Administrative Code, Wisconsin Statutes, Sections. 36.17, and UW System UPG #3.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Deadline and
Required Materials
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TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 7/7/2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:
Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Contact information for three professional references
(Official Transcripts may be required of finalist)
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
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Position Contact
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For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:
Kent Dernbach, Chair, Search and Screen Committee
Email: kdernbac@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-3888
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Human Resources Contact
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If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:
Human Resources
Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-2606
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