Department/Program

Athletics – Coach (Swimming, Softball, Women's Basketball)

Hours and Wages

20 hours per week in exchange for tuition and fees (excluding graduation fee)
up to 9 credit hours in the fall and spring semesters (a total of 18 credit hours) and a stipend paid twice per month (September-May)

Qualifications

Full-time, matriculated, post baccalaureate or master’s degree-seeking student. Must possess knowledge of and experience in coaching their respective collegiate sport.  Playing experience at the collegiate level is highly desired. Must demonstrate ability to communicate in a positive manner with student athletes, coaches and alumni.

Responsibilities

Position Title: Athletic Assistant Coach
Reports to: Head Coaches and Athletic Director

Description:
The Athletic Assistants will serve their respective teams in directing a successful NCAA III sport program.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in the direction of the athletic team
• Assist in organization of all practice sessions
• Responsible for coaching at least one position
• Work in accordance with all staff members associated with John Carroll’s athletic department
• Represent John Carroll Athletic Department in a positive manner
• Recruit qualified student athletes to participate in the athletic program
• Work with the admissions department in regards to scheduling appointments for prospectus students
• Conduct recruiting calls and recruit mailings
• Carry out recruiting assignments as established by head coach
• Assist in preparations for suitable playing and practice sites
• Assist head coach in annual fundraising projects
• Assist head coach in monitoring student athletes’ grades and activities
• Possess ability to communicate the Mission of the University and the Athletic Department Philosophy and Goals to student athletes.  Demonstrate a commitment to University Mission and Athletic Department Goals and Learning Outcomes.
• Comply with all rules affiliated with John Carroll University and Division III of the NCAA

Contact Information

Ms. Gretchen Weitbrecht
216-397-4194
gweitbrecht@jcu.edu