Description
The part-time assistant coach will work with the head coach to develop and maintain a positive student-athlete experience that focuses on student-athlete development, building an inclusive culture, recruiting elite prospective student-athletes, and contributing positively to the College’s Athletic Department. The coach will help create purpose and value to the College’s and the Athletic Department’s missions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coaching: Work with specific student-athlete sub-groups, plan practices, conduct video/technical analysis, hold team and individual meetings, and focus on skill development and team culture building.
- Recruiting: Collaborate with the head coach and enrollment office to identify and recruit high-level student-athletes, represent the college at recruiting events, and communicate with prospective students and their families.
- Operations: Assist with travel planning, equipment management, facility maintenance, and other tasks assigned by the head coach.
- Student Support: Monitor student-athlete academic success and guide as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
- 6 months or more of related experience
- Strong work ethic and exceptional organizational skills.
- Understanding of or experience with the unique environment of a residential, liberal arts college.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment to achieve shared goals.
- Proven leadership skills, including inspiring, motivating, and guiding individuals or teams while exhibiting confidence, accountability, and professionalism in decision-making and representation.
- Commitment to and appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.