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Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Saint Louis University
SLU Saint Louis, MO; O'Loughlin Family Champions Center
Source: Saint Louis University careers · View original posting
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
From Saint Louis University's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
Under general direction, is responsible for assisting with the management of a competitive NCAA Division I women’s basketball program; assists with conditioning, practices, recruiting, and travel arrangements.
Job Duties
Assists head coach in running team practices; oversees practices; provides group and one-on-one instruction; assists with player development; remains informed about student-athletes' academic progress.
Performs recruiting-related activities: contacts high school players through written or verbal communication; travels to various high schools to scout games; assesses the skills and abilities of potential student-athletes; provides feedback to the head coach.
Performs other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of women’s basketball concepts/strategies and NCAA rules and regulations
- Knowledge of physical conditioning techniques and weight training
- Knowledge of basic statistics
- Recruiting skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal/human relations skills
- Organizational/planning skills
- Leadership and motivational skills
- Ability to assess athletic talent
- Ability to serve as a positive role model
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, supplemented with two (2) years of playing/coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, or professional level.
- Function
- Coaches
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
- Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.