Athletics - Women's Basketball - Assistant Women's Basketball Coach (Full Time)

Title: Assistant Coach – Women’s Basketball

Reports To: Head Coach Women’s Basketball

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Coach reports directly to a Head Coach is expected to work closely with the Head Coach, Sport Administrator and the athletics support staff with carrying out the philosophy and objectives of the department and the College.  Responsibilities include:

1.         Coaching 

1. Communicate effectively with department colleagues and student-athletes
2. Assist with the organization and administration of all aspects of the program
3. Assist with the development & maintenance of a sport program to be competitive in the conference
4. Create a safe and positive environment for student-athletes to excel
5. Emphasize the Wagner Student-Athlete Ethics & Expectations
6. Practice good sportsmanship and maintain professional conduct

2.         Recruit and Retain Student-Athletes

1. Recruit (evaluations and contacts) and retain athletically and academically qualified student-athletes
2. Commit to each student-athlete’s academic achievement
3. Adhere to NCAA, Northeast Conference, institutional, and department policies and procedures
4. Pass the annual NCAA Coaches Certification Test
5. Maintain required documentation for institutional and NCAA rules compliance        

3.         Administration

1. Support the Head Coach with coordinating a competitive schedule and ensuring that NCAA sponsorship minimums are met
2. Assist with team practices 
3. Communicate effectively with Head Coach, sport administrator, facilities personnel, medical staff, sports information office, and academic services            
4. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility with budget     
5. Maintain appropriate documentation for business expenditures and NCAA rules compliance
6. Assist with arranging team travel and the procurement of equipment needs
7. Maintain on-campus office hours

4.         Public Relations

1. Promote a positive image of Wagner College at all times
2. Support your team’s Life Skills and community relations’ projects
3. Support sports information office with information for publicity purposes
4. Support marketing efforts through appearances and promotions

5.         Fundraising

       1. Support fundraising activities of the Seahawk Club and the College                       

Brief Overall Description:

Assist the Head Coach with the administration of all aspects of a competitive Division I program.  Responsibilities include assisting with practice and competition coaching, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.  Additional duties include participation in College fundraising activities, enrollment management, and the promotion of community relations.  Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

The individual must be of high moral character and act in an ethical manner at all times.  It is expected that any violation of NCAA rules or regulations will be reported to the Director of Athletics for review.  Further, an employee who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures.

DEPARTMENTAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:

1. Provide a quality athletic experience for intercollegiate student-athletes.
2. Provide quality recreation opportunities for the College community.
3. Provide the opportunity for student-athletes to develop and refine athletic prowess, academics, sport specific skills, life and leadership skills.
4. Manage a fiscally sound budget center by efficiently utilizing available resources and producing increased income through the sales and fundraising opportunities available.
5. Support the efforts of the College by assisting with fundraising efforts, alumni programming and public relations efforts.
6. Assist Admissions by enhancing its recruiting opportunities.

Maintain compliance with all College, NCAA, and conference rules and regulations governing academic and competitive eligibility

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.