University of South Carolina Upstate

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Spartanburg, SC

The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach serves to assist with all functions of the USC Upstate Women’s Basketball program.

•Provides instruction and player development during practice [Drills, Exercises, Scrimmages, Rules, Scouting].

•Provides instruction during competitions.

•Recruits’ quality student-athletes (off-campus evaluations and contacts, on- campus visits, phone calls, written correspondence, etc.). Recruiting – implement a comprehensive recruiting plan. Identify and recruit athletically and academically qualified student-athletes including international students to compete at the highest level of competition in the Big South and nationally. Maintain database of high school prospects; send out regular information and updates on the program, keep track of all incoming and outgoing correspondence as it relates to recruits.

•Scouts opponents as directed by the Head Coach.

•Coordinates team travel (hotels, meals, misc.) and team meals for home games.

•Other duties as assigned by Head Coach.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and two years previous college coaching and/or playing experience required. Successful completion annually of NCAA recruiting exam is required, if applicable. Proof of valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Must be able to occasionally travel overnight, both nationally and internationally, for recruitment purposes. Valid passport or ability to obtain one is required. Must be able to cultivate and manage key relationships. Must be able to negotiate with and persuade others. Must have a general knowledge of the college admissions process.

Preferred: Prior experience in international recruiting or admissions; Ability to work with different populations while understanding and appreciating the cultural background of recruits; Ability to speak more than one language; and Experience includes knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, exceptional interpersonal skills, computer skills, and strong written and oral communication skills.

Salary: $40,000

For more information and/or to apply, go to https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/185193

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About University of South Carolina Upstate

The University of South Carolina Upstate is a comprehensive public university, a senior institution of the University of South Carolina and is among the fastest growing universities in the State. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked USC Upstate No. 1 among Top Public Regional Colleges in the South. USC Upstate has been recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars. In addition, students and faculty from over 25 nations reflect the university’s international character. Located between Charlotte and Atlanta along the I-85 corridor, one of the fastest growing business and high-tech regions in the country, the campus is within easy driving distance of the Appalachian mountains and the Atlantic Ocean beaches. The University has an enrollment of approximately 6000 students and employs approximately 650 full and part-time faculty and staff, reflecting the diversity of Upstate South Carolina. USC Upstate is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for faculty, staff, and administrators. We are an EOE/AA employer and are strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.

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