Assistant Womens Basketball Coach

Job Details

Job Location

1100 Rockhurst Road - Kansas City, MO

Position Type

Job Details

Job Location

1100 Rockhurst Road - Kansas City, MO

Position Type

Part Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Description

Rockhurst University is seeking applications for a part-time Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach. Founded by the Jesuits in 1910, Rockhurst is a comprehensive university that offers more than fifty undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs taught by nationally recognized faculty. Rockhurst emphasizes learning, leadership, and service.  Located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, Rockhurst is a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition committed to providing inclusive, innovative, and transformative education. As a comprehensive university and supportive community of nearly 3500 students, our mission is to form lifelong learners in the liberal arts tradition who engage the complexities of our world and serve others as compassionate, thoughtful leaders. Rockhurst's quiet, 55-acre campus is nestled just blocks from KC’s famed Country Club Plaza and minutes from downtown. Our campus quad is accented with large oak trees, surrounded by rustic stone buildings.Â

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DEPARTMENT: Â Â Â Â Â Athletics

Rockhurst University is an NCAA Division II member institution and member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference.

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REPORTS TO: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Kristy Bayer, Director of Athletics

                                   Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Athletics

Part-Time

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The assistant women’s basketball coach will be responsible for assisting in the planning, developing, and coaching the women’s basketball program within GLVC and NCAA rules and regulations. The assistant women’s basketball coach will be responsible for assisting in the recruitment, retention, and development of student-athletes while also supporting a culture that offers a positive NCAA Division II student-athlete experience.

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QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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• Help field a highly competitive program in the Great Lakes Valley Conference, the Midwest Region and nationally

• Help to plan, organize, direct, and lead the operations for the women’s basketball program; including budgeting, scheduling, game preparation, and all on the court coaching, and off the court development.

• Recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes

• Plan and implement instructional practices that maximize the talent and potential of student-athletes, while instilling values such as sportsmanship, leadership, and personal wellness, under the direction of the head coach.

• Demonstrate the ability to relate to, and motivate, student-athletes and to work with a variety of university staff, alumni, and the outside community.

• Adhere to institutional, GLVC, and NCAA compliance requirements.

• Commitment to continuous learning, growth, and professional development.

• Promote the mission and values of the Athletic Department and Rockhurst University

• Must have excellent leadership and communication skills

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 2+ years coaching

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DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

The application process requires a cover letter, salary requirements, and contact information for three references.  Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.

Applicants who would enhance the diversity of the University, such as individuals from historically underrepresented groups, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.