Assistant Women's Basketball Coach Part-time

Job Details: Job Location: Legal Address - Jersey City, NJ, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $15.92 - $16.39Hourly, About Saint Peter’s University

Saint Peter’s is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States. Established in 1872, the University blends a unique learning experience shaped by rigorous academics, internships that provide real-world experience, community service, and a genuine, caring community that supports alumni long after graduation. Saint Peter’s offers more than 50 undergraduate majors as well as master’s level and doctorate program.

Saint Peter’s University’s diverse campus community, collegial and inclusive culture, and commitment to excellence, education, innovation and community engagement contribute to our success and ensures our employees flourish. The University merges quality academics, distinguished and exceptional faculty and staff, and modern facilities to engage and challenge its 4,000 students who share in the desire to shape the future through insight, intellectual exploration, discernment, and community service and engagement.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting all aspects of the women’s basketball program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the administration of all phases of an NCAA Division I women’s basketball program.

Help develop and supervise the student-athletes in the women’s basketball program, by supporting the head coach’s strategies to motivate maximum levels of individual and team performance.

Assist in recruiting and retaining academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, working directly with the Admissions Department.

Along with the head coach, monitor student-athletes academic progress.

Support the head coach in promoting a philosophy of educational welfare, sportsmanship and conduct in alignment with the University’s mission.

Assist in organizing, preparing and supervising all training practices and game day contests.

Assist in ordering of athletic gear.

Assist in coordinating all travel.

Assist in the positive promotion of the women’s basketball team.

Adhere to all MAAC and NCAA rules and regulations.

Any other duty or responsibility assigned by the supervisor.

Hourly Rate: $15.92 - $16.39
Qualifications: Required Qualifications:

Commitment and sensitivity to the needs and dynamics of a culturally diverse student body that includes a large percentage of first generation and low income students.

Creative, innovative and self-motivated individual with the ability to work creatively in an atmosphere of limited resources.

Commitment and sensitivity to the Jesuit and Catholic ideals that form the mission of Saint Peter’s University; and willingness to integrate these ideals into all aspects of the Athletics Department.

Reports directly to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach.

50% instruct, teach and assist in the development of players during practices.  Follow and conform to NCAA rules and regulations.

Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Commitment to community engagement, service, leadership development, or related work.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience developing and maintaining community partnerships.

Experience working directly with community-based organizations.

Familiarity with service-learning, civic engagement, volunteer management, or leadership development programs.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred competitive coaching experience in women’s soccer at the high school or college level.  Knowledge of MAAC and NCAA rules and regulations for compliance.  Have the ability to work with students, faculty, staff, alumni, boosters, college administrators.

Video and computer experience preferred (Synergy).

Licenses: 

Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Physical requirements:

Must be able to sustain workouts and practice for hours several times a week with the team.