Assistant Basketball Coach (Women�s)

Reports to: Athletic Director

Department: Multi-Divisional

Status: Stipend only, Part-Time

Date Posted: September 19, 2023

Start Date: October 14, 2023

About Saint Mary�s Hall

Founded in 1879, Saint Mary�s Hall is an independent co-ed day school serving students and families of all faiths. Since its founding, Saint Mary�s Hall has called four campuses home. Though the faces and structures change over time, the heart of Saint Mary�s Hall endures from generation to generation.

Situated on a picturesque, tree-covered 60-acre bluff above Salado Creek in Northeast San Antonio since 1968, the campus, located at 9401 Starcrest Dr., serves all students in a beautiful state-of-the-art facility. Saint Mary�s Hall is a special place built on strong community bonds, rich traditions, and a culture of belonging for all students. Graduates leave Saint Mary�s Hall confidently armed with the skills, knowledge, study habits, and self-awareness needed to thrive in college and find fulfillment in life.

Position Description

Saint Mary�s Hall is seeking a passionate, energetic Assistant Basketball Coach who strives to build a highly competitive and challenging program for the SMH student-athletes while supporting the school�s mission. Saint Mary�s Hall is committed to offering a rewarding experience for the students while maintaining high academic standards. A SMH coach is an individual who seeks excellence daily while teaching life skills that will benefit the student-athletes within the program for many years to come.

Responsibilities

• The Assistant Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting in planning and administering all aspects of the Basketball Program as assigned


• Under the direction of the Head Basketball Coach, the Assistant Basketball Coach should model and maintain an exemplary student-athlete concept and the personal development of a student athlete who�s on and off the court/field behavior reflects favorably upon the Saint Mary�s Hall community in general and the athletics program in particular


• Responsible for providing coaching and administrative assistance to the Head Coach in all areas of the Basketball program


• Assists with scouting and recruitment of quality student-athletes


• Participates in public relations activities


• Ensures the highest professional standards and behavior with regard to adherence to TAPPS rules and regulations


• Counsel team members in academic, disciplinary, personal matters while adhering to Saint Mary�s Hall and FERPA guidelines


• Participates in annual continuing education programs as assigned


• Coordinates and assist administration with home and visiting team�s game day activities (schedule practices, setup and breakdown of equipment, personnel, field set up, etc.)


• Works with Director of Communications to communicate the accomplishments and endeavors of the team, both individuals and as a whole


• Assists in special events and tournaments, championships, fundraisers, and/or clinics to include, but not limited to, major fundraisers, camps, and/or clinics


• Attend all scheduled meetings


• Athletic Department game day administration as assigned


• Assist and maintain inventory


• Assist with all other duties as assigned


• Level of assignment based on qualifications and need

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of fundamentals, technical aspects, and strategy for Basketball


• Ability to attract and retain qualified athletes and to facilitate timely progress toward graduation


• Effective oral and written communication skills


• Ability to learn, apply and adhere to TAPPS rules and regulations


• Ability to interact well with officials, coaches, parents, and the public


• Ability to work with students of all backgrounds and mentor student-athletes


• Demonstrated leadership skills


• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments on campus


• Excellent communication, organizational, and administrative skills


• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including weekend and evening hours

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Will require travel to various events


• Will work nights or weekends


• Works mostly in a temperature-controlled gymnasium


• Will include frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying materials less than 50 lbs.


• Work in a rigorous academic environment dealing with a wide variety of physical and intellectual challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts