| Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University is seeking applications for an Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach. The
position will assist the Head Women's Basketball Coach with all assigned duties associated with the
Intercollegiate Women's Basketball Program.
Minimum qualifications: Course work leading to a degree certificate. Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent
combination of education and experience. NCAA recruiting test proficiency, or passing within two weeks
of hire. Possess a current CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire. Demonstrated successful
basketball coaching or playing experience at the collegiate or comparative level. No prior involvement
with NCAA major rules violations. Commitment to the academic success of student athletes.
Knowledge/skills/abilities required: Knowledge of NCAA and conference compliance rules. Education and
Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and
instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Instructing - Teaching
others how to do something. Oral and Written Communication - Active listening, speaking, and writing
which ensures comprehension and understanding in both the speaker and target audience. Time
Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others. Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of
others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation
to others' actions. Monitoring - Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or
organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Critical Thinking - Using logic and
reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to
problems. The ability to organize effectively. The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go
wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. The ability to come up
with unusual or original ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a
problem. The ability to establish a good rapport and effective working relationship with student athletes,
coaches, assistant coaches, administrators, college faculty and staff, alumni, professional colleagues,
and the general public. The ability to actively look for ways to help people. The ability to work effectively
under stressful and high-pressure situations. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to
engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
The position is variable hours/days, depending on playing schedule, recruiting demands and department
events. The targeted annual salary is $34,000-$37,500.
Northern Michigan University, with 7,900 students and 177 degree programs, is located along the shore
of Lake Superior in the vibrant, historic city of Marquette, consistently named a top spot in the nation to
raise a family, vacation, and enjoy an excellent quality of life. See more at www.nmu.edu/marquette. For
a summary of the benefits offered by Northern Michigan University, visit http://www.nmu.edu/hr/benefitsummaries
and select administrative professional.
Submit NMU staff application, cover letter and resume utilizing our on-line application process by
accessing https://employMe.nmu.edu. All required application materials must be submitted electronically
by May 22, 2019.
NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer of protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities, and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. |
