Assistant Coach, Sports Performance WBB

97970BR

Campus: Tempe

Asst Coach

Assistant Coach, Sports Performance WBB

97970BR

Campus: Tempe

Asst Coach

Job Description

Sun Devil Athletics seeks an Assistant Sports Performance Coach for Women's Basketball who, under administrative direction, is responsible for the implementation of individualized athletic-based training programs for Women’s Basketball student athletes, as well as the day-to-day operations of the sports performance facilities. Promotes Intercollegiate Athletics as an integral part of the University. Reports to the Director of Sports Performance for Olympic Sports. Ensures that goals and objectives are met with strict adherenceto NCAA and PAC-12 rules and regulations, as well as to the policies of the department, the University, and the AZ Board of Regents.

Job Family

Athletic Coachs/Trainers

Department Name

SDA Sports Performance

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

ICA

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

Depends on experience

Close Date

12-January-2024

Category

03

Essential Duties

• Responsible for the design and supervision of sports performance progress of Women’s Basketball based on their competitive year and in conjunction with the program Head Coach or liaison. May assist with sports performance progress for additional sports as assigned by the Head Sports Performance Coach for Olympic Sports.
• Responsible for all aspects of women’s basketball strength and conditioning training as well as any additional needs during practice, games, and travel.
• Assists in coordinating and scheduling of use of sports performance facilities by team and individual student athletes as assigned by the Head Sports Performance Coach for Olympic Sports.
• Collaborates with ASU Sports Nutritionist as well as the Men’s Basketball Athletic Trainer regarding team and individual needs.
• Assists in the maintenance of sports performance equipment including cleaning and repair as assigned by Head Sports Performance Coach for Olympic Sports.
• Assists in the administering of tests that determine the fitness level of varsity student athletes and maintains records of their progress.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Sports Performance Coach for Olympic Sports.
• Participates in regularly scheduled meetings with Head Sports Performance Coach for Olympic Sports.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years prior coaching experience at the college/university, Elite club, or Professional level; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a Bachelor's degree in physical education, exercise science, kinesiology, sports science, education, or related field.
• Previous strength and conditioning coaching experience with basketball at the university and/or professional/NBA level (2 years).
• Demonstrated knowledge of strength and conditioning-related technology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sound nutritional and recovery principles and practices.
• Evidence of effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience in interacting effectively with coaches, student-athletes, and administrators.
• Experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing.
• Experience in problem-solving and decision-making.
• Experience in working independently and effectively to complete assignments with competing deadlines and priorities.
• Evidence of a CSCS or SCCC certification required.

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• Schedule is to be decided; must have flexible schedule correlated with the assigned sport’s practice and game schedules; may include early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• May be required to travel to away games with the team.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
• Regular use of standard weight training equipment.

Department Statement

The Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) programs are elite, high profile Division I programs. By definition, Division I programs are the "best of the best" and the ladder by which athletes ascend to the world of professional sports and international competitions, such as the Olympics and World Cup. Moreover, Arizona State University and SDA compete in the PAC-12 conference. This conference is known for having won more NCAA national championships in team sports than any other conference in history.

The vision of SDA is to be a comprehensive perennial top ten NCAA Division I athletics program that empowers Sun Devils to maximize human potential and make a positive impact on our university, community and the world.

The mission of SDA is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to achieve at the highest levels of both academic and athletic excellence, thereby providing them with opportunities for personal growth, offering a unifying force to the campus community, and creating a source of pride among and support from the external constituencies of the university. SDA promotes identity, inclusion and expression to build a strong Sun Devil Community reflective of ASU’s charter.

SDA affirms ASU’s commitment to equal employment and is fully committed to the principles of student-athlete welfare, institutional control, gender equity and inclusion, ethnic diversity, and sportsmanship. This commitment includes creating an environment where student-athletes contribute to a winning tradition while enhancing the campus and local community and competing in a program having integrity and high ethical standards. SDA is committed to a leadership role within the university, community, the Pac-12 Conference, and the nation.

SDA is committed to recruit, retain and develop a gender equitable, inclusive and diversified workforce.

ASU offers up to 24 hours of professional development opportunities per year and a competitive benefits package, which includes paid vacation and holidays, health insurance, free mental health resources, employee discounts and more. In particular, ASU offers a generous tuition discount for employees, their spouses, dependents and retirees. Working in SDA also provides unique access to sporting events and athletic-related discounts.

For more information on ASU benefits, please visit http://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefitsenrollment.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.