The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach.

Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the management and administration of the Women’s Basketball intercollegiate sports program.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coach practice sessions and workouts.
• Assist with coaching responsibilities during athletic events.
• Attend coaches’ preparatory meetings and implements strategies resulting from these meetings.
• Develop a comprehensive and functional knowledge of the sport and maintains thorough and continual familiarity with all applicable University, OVC and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Scout for and recruit quality student-athletes and coordinates recruiting activities with the Head Coach and Athletic Director for Sports Program.
• Assist in the implementation of the academic program, including the monitoring of individual student-athlete progress to ensure academic eligibility, the enforcement of study and tutorial programs, and the referral to appropriate University academic resource personnel.
• Work with student-athletes and monitors adherence to rules and regulations for conduct, appearance, and behavior.
• Work closely with athletic training staff and Team Physician to provide for the safety and health of student-athletes.
• Participate in the University’s public relations activities, including print, television and radio interviews, and news conferences.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with OVC and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Proficiency with computer systems, word processing, spreadsheet, database, electronic mail, and Internet software.
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational, management and administrative skills.
• Positive communication, marketing and public relation skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively with student-athletes, faculty, alumni, and administrative staff.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Master’s degree.
• Related playing, coaching, and athletics administration experience.
• Fundraising experience and ability.

Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements

• Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
• Frequent irregular hours including evenings and weekends required.
• Frequent travel required.

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