Assistant Womens Basketball Coach

Job Summary - Responsible to assist with the management of a competitive NCAA Division I Women's Basketball program; assists with conditioning, practices, recruiting, academic monitoring and operational logistics. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities In conjunction with the Head Coach, plans and executes a successful program that would include duties such as: conducting regular team practice sessions; coaching the student athletes, evaluating athletes performance in practice and competition; monitoring the conditioning and training of student athletes, advises and counsels student athletes regarding their obligations to comply with all rules and regulations related to financial aid and eligibility, as well as personal conduct and academics. 45% Arranges and conducts recruiting functions including off- and on-campus visits, evaluations and contacts of prospective student-athletes. Assist in on-campus recruiting efforts; help arrange official and unofficial visits and serve as direct contact for participating constituents on campus 35% Performs administrative tasks such as academic monitoring, coordinating travel arrangements, ordering of equipment, scouting and film breakdown of opponents. Attends coaches' preparatory meetings and implements strategies resulting from these meetings. Build and construct non-conference game schedule on a yearly basis; negotiates and put together game contracts. Assist in the cultivation and stewardship of program donors. Assist with any possible issues or opportunities pertaining to compliance, sports information, sports medicine, marketing, housing, food services, security, etc. 20%

Supplemental Functions:

Full travel responsibilities in-and-out of sport season.

Minimum Qualifications Education:

(indicate required or preferred) Bachelor's degree is required; Master's Preferred. Years of Experience - (required or preferred number of years and in which specific areas) Prior coaching experience at the college sports level or as a collegiate athlete. Certification and/or Licensure First Aid, CPR, AED Required (or willingness to obtain). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to act with honesty and sportsmanship at all times so that intercollegiate athletics as a whole, the university and they as individuals, represent the honor and dignity of fair play and the generally recognized high standards associated with wholesome competitive sports. Solid knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes. Ability to handle highly confidential material and maintain strict confidence. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures and have knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the swimming and diving program. Ability to successfully recruit and retain student athletes. Skilled in exemplary customer service, including dealing effectively with the students, faculty, staff, and general public both in person and over the telephone. Ability to maintain professionalism when dealing with all staff and other customers and possess the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and sensitivity to the needs of all prospective as well as current students. Excellent writing skills and the demonstrated ability to develop written reports and action plans. Good organizational, oral and recruiting skills. Ability to work effectively, decisively and flexibly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to identify problems and to propose feasible solutions. Strong organizational skills, ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Knowledge of, or ability to stay current with technologies. Ability to lead and guide student-athletes in area of specialty. Ability to travel with the team and monitor the conduct of student athletes. Ability to accept and provide effective supervision, assignments, change and correction. Working Conditions / Physical requirements Frequent walking, standing, and other physical activities. Extensive travel locally and nationally. Regular exposure to gym and athletic venues with accompanying hazards. Long, irregular work hours including evening, weekend and holiday hours. Will need to be available early mornings, evenings and weekends. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled Benefits Abundance of Time off Tuition Remission 100% undergraduate tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependents 80% graduate tuition remission for employee (online and ground programs) 50% for spouse (ground programs only) Full Benefit package 403b Retirement Plan + 10% Employer contribution after 2 years Health Insurance with $250 Wellness card Dental Insurance Employer Paid Life insurance Short-term Disability Employer Paid Long-term Disability Employee Assistance Program Other Perks Free access to campus fitness center 2 free Division 1 Men's Basketball Season tickets Golf course membership discount Other National and Local discounts available St. Bonaventure University is located in the scenic Enchanted Mountain region of Western New York, approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, New York, with easy access to major metropolitan areas. A close-knit and caring community guided by its values of compassion, wisdom and integrity, St. Bonaventure is dedicated to academic excellence as informed by its Franciscan and liberal arts traditions. The university is committed to developing an inclusive community and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service. The university currently enrolls approximately 2,000 undergraduate students and more than 1,000 graduate students in its schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Communication, and Health Professions. U.S. News & World Report ranks SBU in the top 15% of regional universities in the North, for both value and overall. St. Bonaventure is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference (NCAA Division I), with athletes participating in 20 sports.