Job- University of California-Riverside Women’s Assistant Basketball Coach

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  • This is a full-time, contract position.
  • Schedule of hours is Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m with extended hours.
  • Travel will be required.

Responsibilities:

  • The assistant coach is responsible for assisting with all aspects of an NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball program including, but not limited to, the identification and recruitment of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes
  • Supporting the academic progress of student-athletes
  • Preparing and conducting individual and team practices, training, and competition
  • Fostering the academic, athletic, and personal growth of student-athletes
  • Organizing team and staff travel arrangements
  • Facilitating administrative duties and paperwork
  • Managing the distribution and ordering of team equipment and supplies
  • Coordinating and administering special events and representing the sports program as needed in association with promoting and fundraising for the program.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Coaching and recruiting experience and success at the collegiate level (minimum of 3 years).
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Exceptional administrative and organizational abilities.
  • Strong commitment to the academic achievement of student-athletes.
  • Knowledge and understanding of NCAA regulations.
  • Ability to act as a mentor.
  • Experience working effectively in a culturally diverse environment.
  • Computer experience for tracking scholar-athlete performance.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Women’s Basketball coaching experience at the Division I level.
  • Master’s degree.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Hired applicant must successfully pass a background check through the Department of Justice.

Application Information:

  • Apply by April 16, 2014. Please complete the online application at jobs.ucr.edu.

Internal Number:

  • 201403114824