Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant GA-ATHL-BSKW-I

North Central College; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic athletic team as a Graduate Assistant for Women's Basketball. This part-time role focuses on coaching, player development, and recruitment, allowing you to contribute to the growth of young athletes within a supportive collegiate environment. You'll engage in game analysis, develop strength and conditioning programs, and collaborate closely with experienced coaching staff. This position not only enhances your coaching skills but also integrates seamlessly with your academic pursuits in leadership or business administration. If you're passionate about sports and education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree required; admission to graduate program at North Central College.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Coach basketball specialty, develop players, and assist in recruiting.
• Analyze game performance and prepare strategies for game day.

Skills

Coaching

Player Development

Recruiting Strategy

Game Analysis

Strength and Conditioning

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

Graduate Program Admission

Tools

GTX Film Exchange Software

Job description

Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant GA-ATHL-BSKW-I

Position Title: Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant GA-ATHL-BSKW-I

Department: Athletic Training

Division: Student Affairs and Athletics

Supervisor Title: Head Women's Basketball Coach

Description of Job Duties

To coach a particular basketball specialty on a part-time basis, develop young women in the North Central College women’s basketball philosophy, participate in the overall women’s basketball program strategy, development, and student-athlete recruitment.

1. Assist with all aspects of team recruiting strategy as assigned by the head coach; attend high school, AAU, and junior college basketball games as assigned, visit high schools to meet with basketball recruits, call and write players, and record recruiting action.
2. Coach a particular basketball specialty, organize standard practices (in conjunction with the coaching staff), and develop individual players in those positions.
3. Develop game day preparations, as assigned by the head coach and in conjunction with the coaching staff, by analyzing film, designing strategies, communicating with players in the specialty area, and writing reports.
4. Execute game day preparation in conjunction with the coaching staff; analyze game performance primarily in the specialty area with players in designated positions.
5. Coordinate electronic film exchange by gaining an understanding of the GTX film exchange software program, managing student-based staff of video personnel for home games, and uploading game films immediately after home and away contests.
6. Assist with monitoring the academic progress of all the players on the team, as part of the Academic Game Plan program, in connection with the coaching staff, assistant athletic director for eligibility/compliance, and athletic director.
7. Assist with basketball organizational needs.
8. As the certified strength and conditioning coach, develop and implement (in conjunction with the coaching staff) in-season and out-of-season, basketball-specific strength and conditioning programs.
9. Complete other duties as assigned by the head basketball coach and athletic director.

Job Qualifications

Education/Training: A baccalaureate degree is required. Admission into a graduate degree program at North Central College is required. Graduate programs that best complement this assistantship are:

• Master of Leadership Studies: Higher Education
• Master of Leadership Studies: Sports Leadership
• Master of Leadership Studies: Professional
• Master of Business Administration

Valid driver’s license required.

Approximate number of work hours per week: 20

New or Replacement? Replacement

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 630-637-5757 or [e-mail]. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Open Date: 11/07/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

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