Athletics - Assistant Coach Women's Basketball

5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA Req #253

Monday, June 10, 2024

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent’s College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

Athletics - Assistant Coach Women's Basketball

5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA Req #253

Monday, June 10, 2024

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent’s College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

To apply:

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Qualified candidates are invited to submit a complete application and resume via our online application system. A cover letter or statement of interest is also preferred for all staff positions.

Please note that changes cannot be made once an application has been submitted. You may, however, update your application/resume/cover letter each time you apply for a new position.

Position Summary

Assist and support the development of an infrastructure for a women’s basketball recruitment and retention plan directed at solidifying a championship roster of quality student-athletes. Assist with the cultivation of a recruiting plan to support the university’s strategic plan as directed by the head coach and recruiting coordinator. The assistant coach has considerable secondary responsibility in successfully developing a championship roster of quality student-athletes that will represent the university in a positive way in the community while supporting and encouraging a community outreach attitude, advancing the university's strategic plan. Assist and support the development of all our student-athletes to reach their potential academically, athletically, and socially.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluate player performance (games and practices).
• Serve as video liaison with our league and other schools, uploading game videos on the league server on time as directed by our league.
• Build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the university.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting an effective practice.
• Video - pre-scouts, post-game review, individual player video, and team teaching clips.
• Recruitment of prospective student-athletes; evaluate prospective student-athletes' academic and athletic abilities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Assist with fundraising efforts as directed by the head coach.
• Proficient in skill development.
• Oversee our video/capture of game on game days with help from student managers.
• Assist with game day coaching.
• Work with various cohorts within the university to ensure student-athletes are in good standing with academics, compliance, strength and conditioning, and athletic training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two to three years of coaching experience at the intercollegiate level or professional level.
• Potential for developing good organizational skills with a solid sense for developing the infrastructure for an effective recruiting system.
• Excellent communication skills and positive motivator.
• Impeccable integrity with a working knowledge of the NCAA rules and regulations.

Unusual Working Conditions

Nights and weekends are required. Must have fundamental athletic skills to teach and supervise.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

Other details

• Job Family Staff
• Job Function Athletics
• Pay Type Salary
• Travel Required Yes
• Required Education Bachelor’s Degree

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