Assistant Coach - Womens Basketball
Dartmouth College

Job Info

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Posting date:

04/30/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Number:

0300200

Position Title:

Assistant Coach - Womens Basketball

Department this Position Reports to:

M&W Intercollegiate

Hiring Range Minimum:

Please Inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum:

Please Inquire.

Union Type:

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level:

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Employment Category:

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year:

12

Scheduled Hours per Week:

40

Location of Position:

Hanover, NH 03755
Berry Sports Center

Remote Work Eligibility?:

Onsite only

Is this a term position?:

No

Is this a grant funded position?:

No

Position Purpose:

To participate as part of a decision-making team (coaching staff) under the direction of the head coach in planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting the women's basketball program within NCAA, Ivy League, and institutional standards. The Assistant Coach plays a critical role in achieving the overall goals of the women's basketball program by providing important recommendations, suggestions, and decisions regarding game strategies, line-ups, priority listing of recruits, etc., as well as offering initiative and independent judgment (e.g., in providing coaching instruction, evaluating, and communicating with prospective recruits and their parents, and representing the women's basketball program to constituents).

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:

Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of basketball skills and strategies.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to recruit effectively with no athletic grants and highly selective admissions standards.
• Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:

Linda Cimino

Department Contact Phone Number:

Linda.M.Cimino@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:

Linda Cimino, Head Coach - Women's Basketball

Department Contact's Phone Number:

Linda.M.Cimino@dartmouth.edu

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check:

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/73578

Description:

Coaching/Mentoring

• Contributes to planning and implementing the conditioning, training, and coaching programs for the women's basketball team.
• Assists head coach in conducting team practices, training, conditioning, and competitions.
• Prepares scouting reports and game plans for opponents.
• During competitions, makes recommendations to the head coach regarding adjustments to game plans and line-ups.
• Teaches basketball skills to student-athletes during team practices, games, and individual/small group training sessions.
• Evaluates performance of athletes and offers technical, strategic, and mental instruction and advice.
• Demonstrates a sincere interest in the academic, personal, and physical welfare of each student-athlete, counsels team members, and consults with the head coach and appropriate College staff as necessary for the resolution of issues.
• Independently seeks and develops new training concepts and sport-specific knowledge to enhance the overall knowledge of the coaching staff.

Percentage Of Time:

60%

Description:

Recruiting

• Assists head coach in developing and implementing an overall recruiting plan, including, but not limited to: identifying qualified students and talented athletes; communicating with prospects by phone, mail, e-mail; traveling to evaluate prospects, meet parents and high school coaches; organizing and participating in visits to campus by prospects.
• Maintains appropriate recruiting records as required by the NCAA.
• Maintains knowledge of the College's programs and opportunities to effectively inform prospects.

Percentage Of Time:

25%

Description:

Administration

• Knows and complies with the rules and regulations of the NCAA and Ivy League, and works to stay abreast of rule changes, applications and interpretations; actively seeks to ensure that athletes and athletics representatives are informed of and comply with NCAA and Ivy League rules.
• Provides input in planning and administering the budget for the women's basketball program, which includes assessing needs for equipment, team travel, recruiting etc.
• Plans and reconciles recruiting and team travel expenses.
• Assists head coach in planning and developing competitive schedule.
• Assists head coach in coordinating team travel plans.
• Communicates with alumni, parents, and other supporters regarding status of the program.

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Description:

Other

• Assists head coach in promoting Dartmouth and the women's basketball program through camps, clinics, and community involvement.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with a wide range of constituents, including students, parents, faculty, department and College staff, alumni, fans, community members, the media, etc.
• Represents Dartmouth, the athletics department, and the women's basketball program in an exemplary fashion.

Percentage Of Time:

5%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned

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