Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development

High Point University’s Athletic department is seeking a Director of Player Development. This assistant coach position will develop, execute, and manage programming, events, and initiatives to support student-athlete development in the High Point University Athletics’ Women’s Basketball Program. This position will play an integral role in development and enhancement of the student-athlete experience and will have direct oversight over the program’s community outreach initiatives. They will also provide in the assistance and development of players’ skills on the court.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required; master’s degree preferred. 

Experience and Training

• NCAA playing/coaching experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

High Point University’s Athletic department is seeking a Director of Player Development. This assistant coach position will develop, execute, and manage programming, events, and initiatives to support student-athlete development in the High Point University Athletics’ Women’s Basketball Program. This position will play an integral role in development and enhancement of the student-athlete experience and will have direct oversight over the program’s community outreach initiatives. They will also provide in the assistance and development of players’ skills on the court.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required; master’s degree preferred. 

Experience and Training

• NCAA playing/coaching experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Knowledge of NCAA Division I Athletics and specifically basketball. 

• Must be proficient in the technical knowledge of the sport. 

• Confident and capable of mentoring student-athletes in managing academic, athletic, and social responsibilities. 

• Must also possess strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES :  

• On court and basketball specific duties

• Player Development and Alumni Relations

• Marketing and Fan Experience

• Community Outreach

• Women’s Basketball Managers

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Reports to Head Coach of Women's Basketball.

• Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA and Big South rules and regulations.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For more information about this position, please contact Dan Hauser, Vice President and Director of Athletics at dhauser@highpoint.edu

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