Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

About Hofstra:

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

Description:

Hofstra University, an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Colonial Athletic Association is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of assistant women’s basketball coach. This is a full-time, on-site 12 month position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting in all aspects of a division 1 program including instructing student-athletes in sport performance and related health and fitness
• Skill instruction and player development, planning and coaching practices
• Implementing and maintaining a recruiting database
• Assisting with recruiting and scouting
• Organizing travel arrangements
• Closely monitoring student-athletes academic needs
• Other administrative duties.

Candidates must be able to organize and handle all aspects of administration and adhere to the rules and regulations of Hofstra University, the Colonial Athletic Association, and the NCAA.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required. Strong communication skills are required, and a minimum of 3 years of collegiate playing or coaching experience is preferred.

Application Instructions:

Please email a letter of application, resume and three references to:
Rachel August
Associate Director of Athletics/ Finance and Administration
athleticsjobs@hofstra.edu

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.