Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Position Title:

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

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Position Title:

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

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Department:

51600 - Gen Athletics

Advertised Salary:

Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements. Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.)

FLSA:

Exempt

Temporary/Continuing:

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Full-Time

Union Group:

N/A

Term of Position:

12 Month

At Will/Just Cause:

At Will

Summary of Position:

Assist in planning and organizing all phases of a NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball Program, including, but not limited to the following: recruiting, developing each student-athlete on and off the court, game preparation, hiring work study employees, fundraising, community involvement, and coordinator of summer camps and clinics. Build relationships with AAU/High School Coaches/Programs in and out of the state of Michigan. Must be organized and able to adjust in a quick changing environment. Must have knowledge in Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Spry. Must be prepared to show you have the passion to be an integral part of taking this program to the next level.

Position Type:

Staff

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Required Work Experience:

Experience as a collegiate student athlete, collegiate assistant coach or AAU coach. Must have recruiting experience or knowledge and knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

CPR/First Aid

NCAA Division 2 Coaching Certificate

Physical Demands:

Office Environment

Bending

Moving

Reaching

Sitting

Twisting

Balancing

Driving

Lifting

Pulling/Pushing

Repetitive movement

Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Evaluate performance and instruct non-professional athletes.

Assist the Head Coach in coordinating fundraising, camps, and public relations to create a positive image for the University, and to enhance revenues.

Coordinate a staff of students to effectively accomplish the administrative tasks to run an efficient program.

Analyze video for current team and scout opponents.

Oversee daily practice of players and determine individual or team improvement needs.

Effectively teach basketball skills, to include weight lifting and conditioning programs.

Take initiative in the recruiting process.

Identify future needs prior to recruiting season by watching videos and attending recruiting events.

Recruit, direct and motivate student-athletes for success on and off the playing court.

Provide a positive learning environment and mentor the student-athletes.

Support and monitor student-athletes academic progress.

Maintain effective liaison between FSU instructors, sports medicine staff and all athletic staff.

Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.

Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Represent the University at conferences and seminars related to athletics.

Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion

Required Documents:

Cover Letter

Resume

Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree.

Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Initial Application Review Date:

September 23, 2024

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

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