Volunteer Women's Basketball Coach

Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach is a volunteer, 10-month position.

This is a volunteer role with no compensation. On campus room and meal plan provided.

Starting Date: Immediately.

Independence Community College is seeking a team-oriented professional to assist with the women’s basketball program under the leadership of the Head Women’s Basketball Coach and the Athletic Director. Responsibilities include assisting the head coach with the supervision of student athletes educational and athletic goals; assisting with practice and game responsibilities; assisting in recruiting and general office duties; and performing additional duties as assigned by the head coach and/or Athletic Director.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in developing a recruiting program, under guidelines of NJCAA & Jayhawk Conference, which encourages student athletes to enroll in ICC programs of study and athletics.

Assist in the responsibility for the development and fiscal control of the athletic budget under ICC, state and conference guidelines.

Encourage student athlete success at ICC by maintaining contact with student services, faculty members and other support personnel to ensure academic progress and reasonable graduation rates.

Assist college officials in advancement of student athlete success by actively pursuing financial development opportunities through official channels of college, including the ICC Booster Club and ICC Foundation.

Assist in the development and maintaining a code of discipline and behavior in agreement with ICC college policy so student athletes are informed as to their rights and responsibilities related to continued participation in athletics and as successful students.

Supervision of players during practices contests and trips to ensure that athletes represent ICC in a positive manner.

Assist with Public Relations and promotions of the college and sports programs in community events.

Perform additional duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Recruiting Experience Preferred But Not Required.

High level of self-confidence and professionalism.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

An educational philosophy in alignment with that of Independence Community College.

Valid driver’s license issued in the U.S., with the ability to maintain insurance under the college’s vehicle insurance plan.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

General Qualifications

Assist in the timely completion of reports and communication.

Collaborative, collegial, accurate and responsible work habits.

High degree of ethical standards, including adherence to general rules of safety, procedures, and fair labor standards.

A commitment to high professional standards, including professional growth.

High degree of organizational skill with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, tasks, projects and assignments.

Serve as an ambassador for ICC, helping to maintain and promote a positive reputation for the college in the community.