Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball

Lehigh University; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 57 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lehigh University’s women’s basketball program seeks an Assistant Coach to join a Division I team focused on competitive excellence and the holistic development of student-athletes. Reporting to the Head Coach, you will contribute across practice, game prep, and recruiting.

You bring NCAA certification, CPR/First Aid, and a track record of recruiting success; a Bachelor’s degree is required with a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience as a student athlete is preferred.
• NCAA Certification required.
• CPR/First Aid required.
• Prior coaching experience at the collegiate level (NCAA Division I) preferred.
• Demonstrated recruiting success at the college level.

Responsabilités

• Assist in planning and conducting practices and game prep with position-specific instruction.
• Monitor progress and contribute to development plans for student-athletes.
• Support all phases of recruiting: identification, evaluation, and communication with prospects and families.
• Coordinate campus visits and onboarding to foster a welcoming team culture.
• Assist with program operations: travel, scheduling, and equipment management.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, Patriot League, and Lehigh policies; maintain records.
• Mentor athletes and collaborate with academic services to support graduation goals.
• Represent the program in fundraising, alumni engagement, and community outreach.
• Coordinate and support youth camps and clinics to raise program visibility.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to departmental strategies.

Connaissances

Coaching

Recruiting

NCAA Compliance

Student-athlete development

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Outils

CPR/First Aid

Description du poste

Lehigh University's women's basketball program is looking for a skilled and committed Assistant Coach to join a program built on competitive excellence and the holistic development of student-athletes. If you're driven by the craft of coaching and believe in the power of sport to shape lives, this is a role worth your attention. Reporting to the Head Coach, you'll contribute across every dimension of a NCAA Division I program, from the practice floor to the recruiting trail.

Position Number: S80340

This position is a Grade: 8 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $47,570-$57,090 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Your Role on the Bench and Beyond

• Assist in planning and conducting practices, skill development sessions, and game preparation, providing position-specific instruction and constructive feedback
• Monitor student-athlete progress and contribute to individualized development plans that support both athletic and personal growth
• Support all phases of recruiting, including identification, evaluation, and communication with prospective student-athletes and their families
• Coordinate campus visits and assist with onboarding, contributing to a welcoming team culture that supports retention at or above university benchmarks
• Assist with program operations including travel arrangements, scheduling, and equipment management
• Ensure full adherence to NCAA, Patriot League, and Lehigh University compliance requirements, maintaining accurate recruiting, training, and academic records
• Mentor student-athletes and collaborate with academic services to support graduation rates at or above the university average
• Represent the women's basketball program professionally on and off campus, participating in fundraising, alumni engagement, and promotional activities
• Coordinate and support youth camps, clinics, and community outreach efforts that grow the program's visibility and community connection
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to broader departmental and university strategic initiatives

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree preferred
• Experience as a student athlete
• One to three years of work related experience
• NCAA Certification required
• CPR/First Aid required
• Prior coaching experience at the collegiate level, preferably within NCAA Division I
• A demonstrated record of successful recruiting at the college level
• Strong knowledge of NCAA compliance regulations and a commitment to operating within them
• Experience supporting student-athlete academic accountability and personal development
• The ability to build trust with student-athletes, staff, and the broader Lehigh Athletics community

Why Lehigh

Lehigh University is a highly selective research university in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, with a long tradition of integrating rigorous academics with competitive Division I athletics. As a Patriot League institution, academic integrity and graduation outcomes sit at the center of our athletics identity, not the margins. You'll join a department that invests in its staff and supports professional growth, backed by a comprehensive benefits package including robust health coverage and retirement contributions above federal minimums.

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist .

Special Considerations

• This position has direct contact with minors, therefore a background check is required.
• The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community.

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

A comprehensive benefit package for you and those that you care about.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national origin (including shared ancestry), pregnancy or related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and interested in candidates who seek to contribute tothe university’s mission.

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