Graduate Assistant in Women's Basketball, DePauw University, Greencastle, IN

Graduate Assistant for Women's Basketball

Posted on: April 15, 2013
Posted by: DePauw University

DESCRIPTION 

The graduate assistant for women's basketball is responsible for assisting the head women's basketball coach in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division III basketball program at DePauw University. This includes recruiting quality student-athletes, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, scouting, coaching, scheduling, budgeting and planning team travel in compliance with University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.

DUTIES 

Understand and comply with NCAA Division III, conference and University rules and regulations.

Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student-athletes.

Demonstrate sensitivity to individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and a commitment to a diverse community.

Along with the head coach and assistant coach, implement a comprehensive recruiting plan for the identification and recruitment of qualified student-athletes.

As directed by the head coach and assistant coach, schedule games, make transportation and lodging arrangements for team travel.

As directed by the head coach and assistant coach, develop and implement plans and strategies for practices and competition.

Assist with managing the women's basketball operating budget,

Assist with evaluating program effectiveness.

Monitor student-athletes' academic progression.

Other duties as assigned by the head basketball coach and/or Director of Athletics.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Bachelor's degree required.

Collegiate playing experience in basketball highly desirable.

A valid U.S. driver's license is required.

Excellent communication skills.

Commitment to and history of strong belief in mentoring students and demonstrated experience working with young adults.

Desire to work in a rural, small-school environment devoted to providing liberal arts education, building community, and helping students prepare for their future careers.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please do not email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. http://depauwjobs.iapplicants.com/ViewJob-431455.html