Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Iowa Western Community College (IA); Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Coach to support a nationally competitive basketball program. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, including recruitment, game management, and academic advising. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional basketball knowledge, strong organizational skills, and effective communication abilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact student-athletes' lives while collaborating with a dedicated team. Join a vibrant athletic community that values excellence and commitment to student success, and help shape the future of aspiring athletes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Exceptional knowledge of basketball and effective communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to exercise independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment and advising of student-athletes.
• Manage fundraising activities and maintain program organization.

Skills

Basketball Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Judgment and Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Computer Skills

Job description

The Assistant Coach will assist with all phases of a nationally competitive NJCAA Division II basketball program. Including, but not limited to coaching, recruiting, travel management, rules and eligibility compliance, administrative duties, departmental fundraising, game management, academic advising, marketing, promotions, and public relations.

Responsibilities

1. Recruitment

• Identify prospective student athletes and establish and maintain appropriate communication.
• Conduct effective on-campus visits.
• Demonstrate success with respect to qualified prospective student athletes.

Organization

• Provide effective organization of program and management of time.
• Perform a variety of coaching functions at all practices.
• Understand and adhere to conference, regional, and NJCAA requirements regarding meetings, statistics, rosters, schedules, and awards.

Fundraising

• Assist with active selling of booster advertising and memberships for scholarship fundraising.
• Participate in departmental and individual sport fundraising activities/events for producing scholarship and/or team funding.

Advising

• Assist with the admissions and financial aid advising process of team members.
• Assist with monitoring academic progress and eligibility of team members, providing intervention strategies and resources when necessary.
• Assist with the orientation of student-athletes regarding expectations, college policies, code of ethics, sportsmanship code, and local resources.
• Assist with enforcement of college policies.

Public Relations

• Establish rapport with media, including reporting scores and team statistics in a timely manner.
• Represent the department and Iowa Western to service clubs, media, and alumni groups.
• Collaborate with the athletic department on projects and fundraising.
• Provide information for sports guides.
• Work with college radio and TV broadcasting programs.
• Coordinate with the Sports Media Coordinator on promotions, events, and social media.
• Maintain and update sports webpages in collaboration with the SID.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with college, ICCAC, and NJCAA rules and regulations.
• Organize and submit paperwork for eligibility.
• Manage scholarship offerings and budgets.
• Assist with team travel, accommodations, and meals.
• Attend departmental meetings.
• Enforce medical and insurance procedures.
• Participate in professional development clinics.

Support and collaborate with other coaches and programs.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.

Uphold IWCC’s core mission, vision, and values.

Qualifications

• Exceptional knowledge of basketball.
• Strong organizational and computer skills.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
• Sensitivity to confidential materials.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record to qualify for college vehicle use and CDL.
• Bachelor’s Degree.

Physical Requirements

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Lifting, carrying, reaching, climbing, walking, standing, bending, and stooping.
• Ability to set up facilities by climbing stairs, ladders, and moving moderately heavy equipment.