Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Category: Administrative or Professional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Background Check: Yes

About the Department

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at George Mason University proudly supports more than 500 student-athletes across 22 NCAA Division I programs. As a distinguished member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, our teams have earned 17 conference championships, captured NCAA titles in Women’s Soccer and Men’s Indoor Track, and achieved national recognition with a Men’s Basketball Final Four appearance. We also celebrate more than 30 individual national champions who exemplify excellence in competition. We are a student-centered, education-driven department committed to providing transformational experiences for our student-athletes and staff.

About the Position

• The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of a highly competitive Division I program.
• The primary role of this position is to provide teaching, coaching and technical expertise needed to allow the student-athlete to compete at their highest competitive potential.
• Additionally, it is also a primary responsibility of the incumbent to be cognitive to all coaching and/or teaching duties associated with the program.
• This is to include but not be limited to the oversight and management of the safety and well-being of those student athletes assigned to their coaching care.
• In the absence of the Head Coach, incumbent is expected to act on behalf of the Head Coach on any and all related program issues.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, Teaching, Coaching
• Coordinates the recruitment of qualified student-athletes, including talented student-athletes from all levels including high school, junior college, international and collegiate to ensure gains for the WBB program;
• Organizes the process of evaluation & tracking of prospective student- athletes with staff;
• Assists with travel involved with recruitment, games/matches, and tournaments;
• Assist with maintenance of accurate files of current and prospective student-athletes and required NCAA, A-10, and University paperwork;
• Utilizes sound teaching techniques in the conduct of game preparation and practice sessions;
• Assists in making strategic decisions in contest situations;
• Effectively prepares and organizes pre-season, in-season, and post-season conditioning programs and practice sessions, including writing the daily practice plans;
• Oversees the strength and conditioning development of the athletes;
• Assists the Head Coach in the evaluation of the student-athlete;
• Be aware and maintains a safe and healthy environment for the student- athlete;
• Constructs scouting materials and conduct scout meetings; and
• Effectively recruits the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory constraints established by the University, A-10, and NCAA.

• Department, University, Conference and NCAA Compliance
• Abides by and promotes the aims, goals, and objectives established by the Athletic Director and Head Coach;
• Abides by and promotes the policies, guidelines, rules, regulations and criteria established by the Athletic Director and Head Coach for the student-athlete;
• Knows, understands and assures that the student-athletes abide by all the University, Atlantic 10, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Rules and Regulations;
• Knows, understands and abides by all University, A10 and NCAA Rules and Regulations;
• Be aware and abides by the rules of confidentiality (Buckley Amendment);
• Understands and abides by proper procedures of due process in dealing with the student-athlete and staff;
• Follows the administrative procedures established by the University and written up in the Department Staff Handbook;
• Assists Head Coach in developing and implementing the overall recruiting strategy to effectively recruit the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory constraints established by the University, A10, and NCAA; and
• Completes CARA logs via ARMS.

• Fundraising
• Participates in fundraising efforts and special events.

• Other Duties
• Performs other duties as requested by the Assistant Vice President/Director of Intercollegiate Athletics or Sport Administrator.

• Marketing and Name, Image, Likeness
• Events and Marketing to plan and implement promotional games;
• SID to grow the social media content and impressions; and
• Works to enhance and identify NIL opportunities for current WBB student- athletes.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Significant experience in coaching at the intercollegiate level or professional experience teaching the sport;
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations governing recruitment, eligibility and related functions;
• Experience in administrative functions, budgeting, fundraising, promotional activities and public;
• Working knowledge of NCAA and Conference (A10) rules and regulations;
• Ability to organize, develop, and execute recruitment plans;
• Solid demonstrated knowledge of the sport, including rules, strategies, and techniques;
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students;
• Ability to motivate and inspire players to achieve their full potential;
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends;
• Display leadership qualities and skills; and
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred Qualifications

• Coaching experience in a NCAA Division I level program is preferred; and
• Knowledge of recruitment techniques and proven ability to bring in high-level prospects.

Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. [https://jobs.gmu.edu/] Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review.

Posting Open Date: March 30, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 3, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes