Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

About Siena University: Located in Loudonville, New York - just 10 minutes from the state capital of Albany - Siena empowers more than 3,400 students each year through a transformative journey we call the Education for a Lifetime. All members of the Siena University community work together to advance the University's mission to graduate Saints intent on making the world more just, peaceful, and humane. The Franciscan tradition, upon which Siena was founded, permeates throughout campus life. All community members are valued for their unique worth and recognized for their specific contributions toward the greater good. That spirit of belonging and respect reverberates across our 174-acre campus, which is ranked among the 50 most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast. Siena is leading the way in Catholic, liberal arts education, and the national rankings help tell our story. Siena ranks number one in New York for job placement; top 10 among all Catholic University in the country; and among the top three percent of all institutions in the U.S according to the Wall Street Journal. It has always been our community of dedicated and passionate Saints who make this campus a coveted destination to work, live, and learn. We hope you'll consider joining us. Job Description: Siena University, a NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), is seeking applications for an assistant women's basketball coach. The assistant coach will provide support to the head coach on the daily management and administration of all phases of the Division I women's basketball program in accordance with all NCAAMAAC and University regulations. Responsibilities: Assist with planning and conducting practices Assist in the evaluation and recruitment of qualified student athletes Individual player skill development and team performance development Monitor academic progress Coordinate services to the team with other department support areas Schedule games Manage the program's budget This position involves traveling with the team and frequently working evening and weekend hours. Requirements: Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience of 4 years of coaching at the collegiate level. Minimum of one year of coaching and/or playing experience Excellent knowledge of techniques and strategies of the sport Familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations Demonstrated ability to teach the skills of the game Experience recruiting student-athletes is preferred. Demonstrated strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to establish a positive rapport with student-athletes and encourage both successful academic outcomes and competitive performance. Willingness to travel with the team and work evenings and weekends as needed. Candidates must possess a valid NYS driver's license and insurability at the time of appointment and must maintain such license and insurability throughout the tenure of employment. Additional Information: Annual Salary: $62,360 *The hiring salary above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law. Siena University offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees. The highlights include: Retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements Tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents Health, dental and vision insurance Eligible University employees enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to University community lectures and productions, complimentary University gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more. Siena University is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission. Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints! Siena University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application Instructions: Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. . A background screening is required for finalist applicants for all University positions.