Job Description

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a dynamic learning community grounded in academic excellence and focused on student success, diversity, inclusion and community engagement. One of 13 four-year institutions within the University of Wisconsin System, Parkside provides an educational value to our students that's unparalleled.  An affordable, high-quality education is an investment in one's future, and we believe the cost of an education should not prevent any student from achieving his or her educational and professional goals. The university is the proud recipient of the 2022 AASCU Excellence & Innovation Award for Student Success and College Completion from The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), a testament to years of strategic efforts.

UW-Parkside is a great place to start or enhance your career. The campus is nestled in 700 acres of woodland and prairie and two miles west of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, WI. At Parkside we offer competitive pay and benefits, as well as an engaging and supportive work environment. Parkside is a community that's easy to call home. Find out why.

Position Title: Assistant Coach ¿ Women¿s Basketball

Employment Type: Full-time, Limited

Reports To: Head Coach ¿ Women¿s Basketball

Full Time Pay Range: $40,000
 

Required: 
¿ Bachelor¿s degree
¿ 1-year of experience as a women¿s basketball coach in college athletics, high school, professional sports or relevant equivalent experience.

Preferred:
¿ 2-years of as a women¿s basketball coach in college athletics, high school, professional sports or relevant equivalent experience. 
¿ 2-years of relevant experience in the area of recruiting, scouting, and player development.
¿ Experience handling administrative tasks of a sports program in college athletics. 
¿ Demonstrate the ability to be strategically organized and think innovatively.


 

Under the general supervision of the Head Women's Basketball Coach, the Assistant Women's Basketball Coach will be responsible for assisting with the operation and management of all aspects of the program, including but not limited to: scheduling, budgeting, recruiting, fundraising, practice and game planning, student-athlete development, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, hosting camps and tournaments, and community engagement. Additionally, the position will help coordinate study hall and a seminar for first-year student-athletes. All work will be done in accordance with university, conference, and NCAA regulations. Due to the nature of this work, a willingness and flexibility to work nights and weekends is required. This position is a campus security authority and mandatory reporter as defined by federal and state law.

¿ Assist with the planning, organizing, and management of the women¿s basketball program. 
¿ Develop and implement game strategy/techniques and position assignments both individually with student athletes and in groups 
¿ Schedule and supervise practice sessions and games 
¿ Recruiting student-athletes 
¿ Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program. 
¿ Execute all responsibilities in accordance with the NCAA, UW-Parkside, University of Wisconsin System, and UW-Parkside Foundation policies and procedures.
¿ Assist with monitoring and proactively providing support toward academic success of student-athletes
¿ Commitment to operating all aspects of the program in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations. 
¿ Assist in planning and execution of team travel.
¿ Collaborate with strength and conditioning coaches on a strength and conditioning program for women¿s basketball. 
¿ Attend staff meetings, compliance education sessions, and development opportunities. 
¿ Assist with budget management and revenue generation, including camps, clinics, and tournaments related to women¿s basketball.
¿ Represent the athletics department through collaboration with a variety of campus groups.
¿ Represent UW-Parkside as appropriate with the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) and the NCAA. 
¿ Consistent with NCAA Bylaw 11 and institutional procedures, Coach understands and agrees that if Coach is found in violation of any NCAA or conference legislation or fails to report a violation, he/she shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.
¿ Responsible for assisting with the overall management, leadership and execution of the women¿s basketball program, fostering a positive educational and competitive environment on and off the court. 
¿ Demonstrate a positive team player attitude. 
¿ Assist with fundraising and alumni engagement efforts for the program. 
¿ Perform other duties as assigned

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.  

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/ 

Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/benefits-estimator/ 

LEGAL NOTICES

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)  

Note: Criminal Background Check - The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a "disparate impact" and is not "job-related and consistent with business necessity" in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applicants should relate to the duties of the job.

UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer:  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities.  If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204.  Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual's disability.                                                

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin Parkside Crime Statistics Report is available at https://www.uwp.edu/live/offices/universitypolice/crimestats.cfm. Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report.

THE UNIVERSITY

UW-Parkside is a regional comprehensive university that is committed to accessibility, academic excellence, student success, diversity, and community engagement.  This beautiful campus is on 700 acres of woodland & prairie in the heart of the Milwaukee/Chicago corridor, between Racine and Kenosha and near Lake Michigan.  The university enrolls approximately 5,000 students, many of whom are first- generation and nontraditional students.  UW-Parkside benefits from the diversity of the communities it services in Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth Counties.  Kenosha and Racine are small cities that offer tranquility and convenience.  The myriad attractions of Milwaukee and Chicago are easily accessible, as is the solitude of the country. UW-Parkside is strongly committed to creating and maintaining a multicultural, pluralistic campus environment.  

The tri-county region that comprises the University's primary service area is home to an impressive array of businesses.  There are more than 10,000 small businesses in the region, as well as a large number of globally-recognized employers.  The college, through its active, engaged Advisory Board, enjoys a close relationship with many of these businesses. For further information regarding the University and community, please see our website at www.uwp.edu. 

Applications received by 4/25/2024 are ensured full consideration; position is open until filled.     

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Applications received by 4/25/2024 are ensured full consideration; position is open until filled.  

It is the policy of UW Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities.  If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below.  Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual's disability.  

If you have application questions call or email:  

Amber Marzette

(262)595-2042

marzetta@uwp.edu