Womens Basketball Assistant Coach

Northwestern Polytechnic; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading post-secondary institution in Canada is seeking an Assistant Coach to assist in practice planning, player development, and game preparation. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of coaching experience and strong motivational skills. This role offers a competitive salary, wellness programs, and the chance to contribute to a student-centered culture within the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years coaching experience at the post-secondary or high-school level.
• High ethical standards essential.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.

Responsibilities

• Assist in practice planning.
• Help prepare for games.
• Develop players and analyze game footage.
• Participate in team meetings and activities.

Skills

Motivating student athletes

Understanding of sport-specific techniques

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Description

Background

TrueNorth

As the largest post‑secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity and to spark and empower success. NWP's mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in‑demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and, we exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home. The distinctive communities and industries we serve and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights make our potential as one of Alberta's newest polytechnics ever‑growing. We recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results and aligned to NWP's core values of being responsive, innovative and your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life and unparalleled learning community experiences.

If you are looking to transform the post‑secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research and partnerships Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

The Role

An Assistant Coach with NWP may perform the following:

• Assisting in practicing planning
• Assisting in game preparation
• Player development
• Video analysis
• Participation in team meetings, practices and activities
• Travel if applicable

What We Offer

NWP offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development & wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package, and a student‑centered culture that is vital to our community.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have at least 1‑2 years coaching at the post‑secondary or high‑school level. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• The ability to motivate student athletes
• A strong understanding of sport‑specific technique and skills
• High ethical standards
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking skills
• An entrepreneurial spirit, specifically one who is willing to take a risk to create opportunities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organization
• A high level of integrity, professionalism and accountability

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically via the NWP website will be considered.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries please contact HR at