Assistant Coach - Temporary

Assist in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division III women’s basketball program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach

Pay Status and Classification: Non-exempt, part time 11.5 month position.

Supervisor: Head Women’s Basketball Coach

Position Purpose: Assist in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division III women’s basketball  program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coaching and Leadership: Assists with recruiting and retaining high achieving student-athletes. Mentors student athletes. Works to enhance the student-athlete experience through training, competition, and leadership development.

• Program Oversight and Administration: Adheres to NCAA rules and compliance.

• Team Development and Innovation: Contributes ideas, input, and support to the Union Athletics Department. Seeks out, applies, and shares knowledge of sport trends and innovations in playing and teaching.

• Collaboration: Partners with campus stakeholders, such as Admissions to coordinate and organize campus visits for recruits, College Relations to assist in coordinating fundraising and alumnae outreach. Builds strong relationships with alumnae, fans, campus partners and the broader community. Connects student-athletes with academic and professional resources.

Assist in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division III women’s basketball program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach

Pay Status and Classification: Non-exempt, part time 11.5 month position.

Supervisor: Head Women’s Basketball Coach

Position Purpose: Assist in the organization, development, and leadership of a highly competitive Division III women’s basketball  program in support of the mission and core values of Union College.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coaching and Leadership: Assists with recruiting and retaining high achieving student-athletes. Mentors student athletes. Works to enhance the student-athlete experience through training, competition, and leadership development.

• Program Oversight and Administration: Adheres to NCAA rules and compliance.

• Team Development and Innovation: Contributes ideas, input, and support to the Union Athletics Department. Seeks out, applies, and shares knowledge of sport trends and innovations in playing and teaching.

• Collaboration: Partners with campus stakeholders, such as Admissions to coordinate and organize campus visits for recruits, College Relations to assist in coordinating fundraising and alumnae outreach. Builds strong relationships with alumnae, fans, campus partners and the broader community. Connects student-athletes with academic and professional resources.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience.

• Previous collegiate coaching or playing experience preferred.

• Possess solid organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

• Ability to identify and attract outstanding student-athletes to Union College.

• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends is required.

• Ability to lift moderately heavy items (up to 30 lbs.) and stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time.

• A valid New York State driver’s license is required.

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni and fellow professionals.

• Candidate must be able to successfully communicate and work with a diverse group of individuals

Compensation:

The hourly range for this position is $20-25 per hour. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs

• Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development

• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

• Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation:  Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).

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