Assistant Womens Basketball Coach Position Available In Avery, North Carolina

Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
Lees-McRae College
in Banner Elk, NC

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Full-Time

Posted:

05/21/2025

Category:

Athletics –

Coaching Department:

MNC Job Description Title:

Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach

Department:

Athletics
Reports to:

Head Women’s Basketball Coach Category:

Full-time, 12-month Summary/Objective Reporting to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach, the Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for meeting the goals of guiding and building an elite-level NCAA Division II program. This requires the promotion of academic achievement and character of the student-athlete, fans, and the overall College community. The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for recruitment and retention of student-athletes, the implementation and coaching of a full developmental team, game knowledge, on-court practice plans, individual player development, generation of net tuition revenue, direction of summer basketball camps, and meticulous budget management. The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach must abide by the NCAA, Conference Carolinas, and Title IX regulations. Essential Functions Responsible for assisting the Head Women’s Basketball coach in establishing and adhering to policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines in compliance with the policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines of all College, NCAA, State, and Federal Laws.
Recruit elite-level prospective student-athletes that will excel within the College framework and make successful progress toward graduation.
Monitor academic progress and the retention of students affiliated with the Women’s Basketball program, implementing action plans in collaboration with the Faculty Athletic Representative and Burton Center for Student Success.
Formulate an effective philosophy to promote the educational welfare and sportsmanship of the student-athlete in alignment with the College’s mission.
Assume responsibility for sportsmanship, conduct, and academic progress of all students and staff affiliated with the Women’s Basketball program.
Plan practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and Conference Carolinas regulations.
Oversee communication with recruits, conduct player evaluations, coordinate off-campus and on-campus official visits, and organize try-outs.
Conduct training, development, and supervision for team members.
Introduce basketball techniques and skills through practice sessions and demonstration.
Evaluate team members, scout opponents, and address overall team needs.
Assist with the management of all operational, fiscal, and administrative activities for the Women’s Basketball program.
Coordinate and conduct individual workout programs, including conditioning, strength training, and multiple basketball skill sets.
Achieve roster goals through extensive player evaluation and recruitment.
Meet net tuition revenue targets by properly awarding athletic scholarships.
Establish and oversee a fully, competitive developmental program.
Promote the athletic program and women’s basketball through attending community events, public speaking, fundraising, revenue generation, and marketing.
Direct multiple weeks of summer basketball camp.
Comply with NCAA, conference, and Lees-McRae College regulations and policies.
Participate in institutional professional development and training.
Display behavior consistent with professional ethics and the Lees-McRae faculty and staff handbook.
Special projects and other duties as assigned by the Head Women’s Basketball Coach and/or Director of Athletics and Club Sports. Competencies Ability to handle information of a sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner.
Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.
Effective analytical and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
Ability to recruit and retain elite-level student-athletes.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment.
Ability to handle stressful situations and adapt as needed.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position may supervise one graduate assistant coach, as well as any student assistants or managers. Work Environment
Normal office environment in addition to non-traditional environment that includes gymnasiums, weight room, and locker room. Coach can be outside for team activities and extra skill sessions. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, 12-month position. A flexible work schedule that will include days, evenings, and weekends is required. Work hours vary from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, with frequent weekend and evening hours as needed. Travel Extensive travel is typically required for this position to recruit prospective student-athletes and attend away competitions. Occasional travel for conferences, training, or obtaining certifications/licensures may be required. Required Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree.
Three-five years of coaching at the college level or extensive high school coaching experience.
Experience with budget development and management.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable with a student-centered approach and strong customer service skills.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education and Experience Master’s degree.
NCAA Division II coaching background.

Certifications:

CPR, AED, and First Aid.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time. Physical Demands Physical Demands The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Posting Number:

S067

P Number of Vacancies:

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EEO statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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