Women's Basketball Assistant Coach - Recruit & Mentor

Augsburg University; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

403(b) with employer contributions up 

Tuition remission for employees

Paid time-off

Life insurance

Job summary

The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Augsburg University assists the Head Coach with the organization and administration of the women’s basketball program, including coaching and training, student-athlete retention, advising, mentoring and recruiting prospective student-athletes.

This role involves developing players’ basketball skills, planning practices and competitions, monitoring academic progress, travel planning, and program budgeting, while upholding MIAC and NCAA Division III

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least three (3) years of experience playing and/or coaching basketball.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience recruiting student-athletes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and development in basketball-specific skills, team concepts, physical conditioning, and safety in both individual and team settings.
• Identify and recruit talented, academically qualified prospective student-athletes aligned with the mission and values of Augsburg University.
• Support the holistic development of student-athletes through mentorship in personal growth, academic success, and life skills.
• Assist with planning and implementing practices and competitions, conducting film analysis, and facilitating team meetings.
• Assist with monitoring and supporting academic progress of student-athletes/teams to exceed athletic department standards.
• Assist with maintaining acceptable student-athlete retention rates to the team and/or institution.
• Assist with budget management, fundraising, travel planning and program organization.
• Assist with Alumni/parent communication and involvement, including organizing events as appropriate.
• Assist with organizing and participating in team community-service event(s).
• Thirty percent (30%) of the position will include an assigned duty from the Athletic Director related to maintaining the Athletics department, including athletic equipment, concessions, game management, student-athlete academic support and administrative duties.
• Follow MIAC and NCAA Division III guidelines and regulations, while exhibiting behavior that represents a positive image of the athletic program and the University.
• All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Skills

Basketball coaching

Player development

Recruiting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Augsburg University assists the Head Coach with the organization and administration of the women’s basketball program, including coaching and training, student-athlete retention, advising, mentoring and recruiting prospective student-athletes.

This role involves developing players’ basketball skills, planning practices and competitions, monitoring academic progress, travel planning, and program budgeting, while upholding MIAC and NCAA Division III