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Howard

$60K - $65K/yr

The Assistant Women's Basketball Coach at Howard University plays an integral role in advancing the ... This role also upholds the university's values as a premier HBCU and NCAA Division I member of the ...

Ferrum College

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Ferrum, VA · On-site

$12K - $30K/yr

Ferrum College, an NCAA Division II institution located in Ferrum, Virginia, is looking for a motivated, energetic and passionate individual to be our next Assistant Men's Basketball Coach. This is a ...

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Assistant Coach Women's Basketball

Assistant Coach Women's Basketball

Mount Saint Mary College

Newburgh, NY • On-site

$16/hr

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Coach for Women’s Basketball

Reports To: Head Women’s Basketball Coach

Status: Part-Time, non-exempt

Summary/objective

The Assistant Basketball Coach will receive hands-on experience across all areas of program operations, including daily practice planning, on-court coaching, positional instruction, scouting reports and game preparation, recruiting support, and student-athlete development. The role offers meaningful responsibility, mentorship from the Head Coach, and exposure to the full scope of NCAA Division III program management.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  • Assist with recruiting communication and organization, guiding prospective student-athletes through the admissions process.
  • Support strength and conditioning coordination, and contribute to administrative and compliance-related tasks.
  • Assist with facility operations, which may include building management, event or practice supervision, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Administration.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive team culture that emphasizes intentional training and holistic student-athlete success.
  • This position requires evening and weekend availability, with an expected commitment of approximately 30+ hours per week during the competitive season.
  • The position reports directly to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach.

Supervisory Responsibilities –

There are no supervisory roles in this position.

Work Environment

  • Office Setting: Cubicles, open desks, or private offices with access to necessary tools like computers, phones, and office supplies.
  • Remote Setting: Working from home or another location with access to virtual communication platforms and necessary technology.

Physical Demands

  • Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or workstation or on court recruiting.
  • Typing/Computer Use: Frequent use of a computer keyboard and mouse.
  • Vision Requirements: Ability to read and view screens for extended periods.
  • Speaking/Hearing: Regular communication with coworkers and clients in person, over the phone, or via video calls.
  • Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally lifting or moving items up to 45 pounds, such as office supplies, laptops, or documents or lacrosse equipment.
  • Reaching/Bending: Periodic reaching for or bending to access files, supplies, or equipment.
  • Mobility: Able to stand for 2-4 hours on the basketball court. Walking short distances within the office or to meeting rooms.

Travel Required

Required to attend all the teams' events. This includes our training trip, away games, and any international trips. You must also be willing to travel for recruiting; the distance will depend on the location of the showcases.

Required Education and Experience

  • High School Degree
  • NCAA Basketball playing or coaching experience

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Experience recruiting
  • Experience coaching a team as a head coach
  • Ability to work independently
  • Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills

Additional Information

  • Lodging may be available based on location.
  • Additional duties will be assigned if lodging is necessary.

Work Authorization/Security clearance requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States. MSMC does not sponsor employment visas at this time.

EEO statement

Mount Saint Mary College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.