Bethel University has an immediate opening for an Assistant Coach for Women’s Basketball.
Starts May 1, 2024
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities are to assist the Head Coach in all aspects of a NAIA Women’s Basketball program. Candidates must be committed to the academic and athletic success of the student-athlete and be willing to adhere to all Bethel University, Crossroads League, and NAIA Regulations. The following duties are customary for this position, but are not all-inclusive — duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on head coach and athletic director discretion and institutional needs:
- On-court coaching during team and individual training/practice/workouts.
- Game day coaching, preparation, operations, and personnel management
- Assist with practice planning, organization, and execution
- Assist with travel preparation and logistics
- Scout for and recruit quality student-athletes
- Coordinate recruiting activities with the head coach and other assistant coaches
- Assist with scouting reports – have a working knowledge of Synergy and Hudl platforms
- Assist in the implementation of the academic program, including the monitoring of individual student-athlete’s progress to ensure academic eligibility, and referral to appropriate University academic resources
- Assist with team equipment and supplies inventory
- Engage in fundraising efforts and other public relations activities as requested by the Head Coach
- Plan and execute camps and clinics for perspective student-athletes and youth in the local community
- Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach
Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:
- Must be self-motivated and team-oriented
- Must have a comprehensive and functional knowledge of basketball
- Knowledge of NAIA rules
- Excellent organization, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office products
- Must be willing and able to travel and work evenings and weekends
- Ability to build positive and meaningful relationships with student-athletes, a network of coaches, alumni, vendors, and donors
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Coaching experience
- Knowledge and experience in the recruiting process
Preferred Qualifications
- College or University playing experience
- Graphic Design or film experience
- Master’s degree or above
- Experience with scouting, film analysis, performance data analysis
- Experience with player development and methodology
