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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Abington has an immediate opening for a part-time Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. Penn State Abington is a member of the NCAA Division III and the United East Conference. This is a part-time opening that reports to the Head Women's Basketball Coach and the Director of Athletics.
Job Duties
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following functions:
Coaching/Student-Athlete Experience:
- The assistant coach is responsible for helping the Head Coach with organizing all aspects of the women’s basketball program.
- Demonstrates knowledge of, and ability to develop, sport skills, strategies and philosophy.
- Promotes student-athlete welfare and provides appropriate mentoring to student-athletes.
- Participate in team travel according to established policies and procedures.
- Effectively communicates within the Head Coach and within the department of athletics on matters pertaining to program.
Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in coaching at the college level or significant experience coaching at the high school or club level, or equivalent required and/or collegiate playing experience.
- Ability to assist with recruiting outstanding student-athletes to a strong academic environment.
- Ability to effectively teach and coach students in both a team and individual setting.
- A commitment to being a positive role model and leadership with integrity.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of people in a manner that positively portrays the College.
- Assist with the management of the team’s commitment to NCAA and United East Conference regulations. Adherence to all NCAA, United East, and Penn State policies and procedures.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
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