Assistant Women's Basketball Coach (Part-Time)
Albright College
Location
Reading, Pennsylvania
Quick overview
The Assistant Coach will support the Head Coach in daily operations, including on-court instruction, player development, and game-day logistics. Additionally, the role involves active participation in recruiting efforts and monitoring student-athlete academic success.
Requirements summary
Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree or be currently pursuing one, along with previous playing or coaching experience. Strong communication, organizational skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive team culture are essential.
Job description
Albright College is seeking a Part-Time Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach to support the daily operations of a competitive NCAA Division III program. This position works closely with the Head Coach and contributes to on-court instruction, player development, recruiting support, and overall program culture.
This position includes room and board as part of the compensation package.
- Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with on-court coaching, including practices, drills, and game-day responsibilities
- Support individual player development, including skill work and positional training
- Assist in building a positive, accountable, and team-first culture
- Aid in recruiting efforts, including communication with prospective student-athletes and occasional evaluations
- Help coordinate recruiting visits and outreach
- Assist with film breakdown and basic scouting preparation
- Support game day operations (bench coaching, film, logistics)
- Monitor and encourage student-athlete academic success
- Assist with team operations, including practice setup and administrative tasks
- Support summer camps and clinics as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required or currently pursuing one
- Previous playing and/or coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate or high school level
- Passion for teaching and developing student-athletes
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes and staff
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed
- High energy, reliability, and a strong work ethic
- The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven, high-energy coach who values accountability, takes pride in daily development, and is committed to building a positive and competitive team culture.
- Time Commitment & Expectations
- Part-time position with flexible hours based on the team’s schedule
- Increased time commitment during preseason and competitive season
- Availability for practices, games, and key recruiting periods is expected
Benefits
- Room and board
