Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Saint Louis University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University is seeking an Assistant Coach for its NCAA Division I women's basketball program. The role involves managing team practices, recruiting athletes, and assisting in player development. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and coaching experience, with strong knowledge of basketball strategies and NCAA regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of playing/coaching experience.
• Ability to assess athletic talent.
• Strong interpersonal and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists head coach in running practices and player development.
• Performs recruiting related activities including scouting and contacting players.
• Remains informed on student athlete's academic progress.

Skills

Knowledge of women’s basketball concepts/strategies

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Recruiting skills

Verbal communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Under general direction, is responsible to assist with the management of a competitive NCAA Division I women’s basketball program; assists with conditioning, practices, recruiting, travel arrangements.

Job Duties:
• Assists head coach in running team practices; oversees practices; provides group and one-on-one instruction; assists in player development; remains informed on student athlete's academic progress.
• Performs recruiting related activities: contacts high school players through written or verbal means of communication; travels to various high schools to scout games; assesses the skills and abilities of potential student athletes; provides feedback to head coach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of women’s basketball concepts/strategies and NCAA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of physical conditioning techniques and weight training
• Knowledge of basic statistics
• Recruiting skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Organizational/planning skills
• Leadership and motivational skills
• Ability to assess athletic talent
• Ability to serve as a positive role model

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree; supplemented with two (2) years of playing/coaching experience on the high school, collegiate, or professional level.

Function

Coaches

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Under general direction, is responsible to assist with the management of a competitive NCAA Division I women’s basketball program; assists with conditioning, practices, recruiting, travel arrangements.

Job Duties:
• Assists head coach in running team practices; oversees practices; provides group and one-on-one instruction; assists in player development; remains informed on student athlete's academic progress.
• Performs recruiting related activities: contacts high school players through written or verbal means of communication; travels to various high schools to scout games; assesses the skills and abilities of potential student athletes; provides feedback to head coach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of women’s basketball concepts/strategies and NCAA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of physical conditioning techniques and weight training
• Knowledge of basic statistics
• Recruiting skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Organizational/planning skills
• Leadership and motivational skills
• Ability to assess athletic talent
• Ability to serve as a positive role model

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree; supplemented with two (2) years of playing/coaching experience on the high school, collegiate, or professional level.

Function

Coaches

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.

About the company

Saint Louis University is a private Jesuit research university with campuses in St.

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