GAC Women's Basketball

The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes’ drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas.  USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.  

THE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY:

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

 Serve as assistant coach to the Women's Basketball program during Fall, Winter and Spring seasons, while participating in the Graduate Assistantship program at USM.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee the conduct, discipline and positive character development of student-athletes by using the guidelines and principles of the USM Mission and the NAIA Champions of Character initiative.
• Counsel student-athletes in personal development and academic success.
• Teach and promote the USM Mission values of community, respect, justice and excellence.
• Assists with directing the conditioning of student athletes to achieve maximum athletic performance.
• Responsible for administering NAIA, KCAC and USM policies pertaining to recruitment and student-athlete eligibility.
• Assist with recruitment efforts for USM athletic teams.  
• Assist sport program with duties assigned by the Athletic Director and/or Head Coach.
• Works with the Athletic Department in all sport management, information, promotions, fundraising, and recruitment efforts.
• Performs additional job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2–3 years of related coaching or athletic experience preferred.
• Working and/or playing knowledge of NCAA, NAIA, or KCAC rules and regulations preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required by athletic events and departmental needs.
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs. and sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening, as applicable.
• Affinity for and commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Mary.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for the USM Graduate Assistantship Program, including acceptance into one of the University of Saint Mary’s graduate programs.

 Graduate Assistant Coaches receive a comprehensive benefits package, including 50% tuition remission, a meal plan (5 meals per week), and a stipend of $480 per semi-monthly pay period. Benefits are contingent upon acceptance into the graduate program and adherence to all terms outlined in the Graduate Assistantship Agreement.

TO APPLY:
 Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references. 

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 Questions: email human resources at hr@stmary.edu