Women's Basketball Assistant Coach

Manhattan College; Riverdale (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan College seeks a full-time Assistant Coach for Women's Basketball to lead recruitment, player development, and compliance within the NCAA. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of Division I experience, possess strong communication skills, and work collaboratively with students and staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to be involved in shaping a successful collegiate sports program.

Benefits

Diverse campus community

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required, Master's Degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of full-time prior experience at the Division I level.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and develop qualified student-athletes.
• Prepare detailed scouting reports.
• Organize recruiting efforts for the next four classes.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Marketing Material Design

Education

Bachelors Degree

Masters Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Career Opportunities with Manhattan University

Position Title: Assistant Coach (Domestic Recruiting) – Women’s Basketball

Position Reports To: Head Coach / Women’s Basketball

Position Summary:

Manhattan University, an NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), is seeking a qualified candidate for a 12 month, full-time position as Women's Basketball Assistant Coach. The Assistant Coach leads the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball program by recruiting and developing qualified student-athletes, supervising assistant coaches, and organizing schedules. The assistant coach must conduct the program in a manner that recognizes the primacy of academics by recruiting, supporting, and retaining student-athletes who will be competitive in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. The assistant coach must ensure that the Women's Basketball program operates in compliance with all University MAAC and NCAA rules and regulations. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Responsibilities:

Identify, evaluate, recruit student-athletes that meet Manhattan University standards in the classroom

On Court Coaching:

Active participant in practice and have a voice that is consistent with our team goals.

Scouting:

Prepare detailed scouting reports that prepare our coaching staff and our players to win

Demonstrate through film breakdown, on-court breakdown, and through team meeting what we need to do to win

Player Development:

Prepare their skill position (wings) to compete at a championship level in the MAAC

Develop challenging workouts that increase skill

The goal at the end of the year is a significant improvement in their individual game

Significant improvement by the time student-athlete graduates

Academic Liaison with our Academic Advisor

Monitor student-athletes academic group based on performance in the classroom

Community Service:

Participate in representing Manhattan University in Community Service projects.

Recruiting Coordinator: (Domestic)

Organize staff in our recruiting in recruiting efforts for the next 4 classes

Prepare detailed recruiting boards for each class

Organize the staff to identify, evaluate recruits throughout the year (i.e. school year and AAU events) work on events, lists and travel.

Work with Head Coach to fulfill vision of what type of players are wanted in the program and work to give enough options that can secure a quality recruiting class each year

Create an overall recruiting plan that highlights strengths, and a brand that will separate Manhattan University from the competition through our mailings, communications, and social media

Elite Camp:

Runs the Elite camp

Organize the camp. Gym time, staffing, schedule, and misc. details)

Promoting to get the best players possible to show up

Creating relationships with the players to help secure commitments

High School Coaches Clinic:

Organize a clinic for women's basketball staff to run 1-2 times a year

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree required, Master's Degree preferred.

Minimum of 3-5 years of full-time prior experience at the Division I level in Women’s Basketball.

Assertive, outgoing, hard-working and resourceful.

Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships and create partnerships with a wide range of constituent groups.

Ability to design marketing materials; proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Adobe Photoshop preferred.

Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Possess a valid driver's license.

Required to travel and the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail and keep specific timelines.

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to problem solve.

Ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, administration, alumni, and community.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V