Involves directing or assisting with developing the student-athlete physically, competitively and emotionally. Enhances the execution of competitive sports, manages team, recruits, fund raises and may determine competitive schedules.

Under general direction, oversees specific aspects of a small to mid-size sports program. May provide guidance to other personnel.

In partnership with head coach, the assistant coach helps develop strategies for developing and maintaining large and / or highly visible intercollegiate sports programs. Responsible for overseeing specific aspects of the sports program including, but not limited to, individual player development, teaching position skill-work, planning and execution of practice and games, opponent scouts/film breakdown, on and off-campus recruiting, conditioning programs, fundraising events, and various administrative duties for team travel.

Must be attentive to detail; keep accurate records; and possess an ability to work with a diverse constituency, including but not limited to students, parents, coaches, faculty, staff administrators, prospective students, and other outside contacts. Must foster an environment of NCAA compliance. May provide guidance to other personnel. Assumes head coach responsibilities as needed. Additionally staff are expected to embrace the NCAA DIII philosophy and UCSC Principles of Community. The Assistant Coach reports directly to the Head Coach. Work schedule often includes: evenings, weekends, and holidays.

At UC Santa Cruz, we strive to enrich the total educational experience by promoting physical activity, encouraging health and wellness, building community, and cultivating leadership. Through our diverse offerings of athletics, classes, workshops, outdoor adventure trips, intramural sports leagues, tournaments, clubs, drop-in activities, and recreational facilities, we strive to provide opportunities for UCSC students, staff and faculty, retirees, alumni, and local community members to participate. As one of the largest student employers on campus, we also have many work-study and
non-work student jobs in our facilities and programs. Our goal is to provide a wide variety of professional programs and physical activities that promote and enhance community, learning, leadership, lifelong wellness, and academic success.

Qualifications / Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training with a college-level program.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with athletic participants.

Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making; be an effective problem solver and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Specialized knowledge of the team sport or activity, as well as basic technical expertise in coaching principles.

Current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) or National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), as well as other associations and agencies to which the campus adheres, and at all times avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards.

Advanced interpersonal, motivational and team leadership skills to work effectively with athletic participants, staff and parents of student athletes.

Proven ability to teach specified sport to individuals and the team as a whole. Personal experience with specified sport.

Leadership skills to mentor and develop student-athletes, assistant coaching or program instruction staff and skills in effective assistant coaching.

Superior organizational skills required in order to set priorities and meet deadlines.

Strong communication skills, verbal/written/social media are vital in dealing with our players and staff, as well as within the larger department, with alumni, and recruits and their families

Advanced knowledge of the team sport and technical coaching principles.

Specialized knowledge of the team sport or activity, as well as basic technical expertise in coaching principles.

Certifications:

Needs to maintain NCAA certified recruiter status.

Needs to maintain CPR / AED and First Aid certification.

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