Assistant Coach Player Development - Women's Basketball

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Job Description

Primary Function: Acts as assistant to Head Women's Basketball Coach; assists with team practice sessions and game contests; instructs team members in game strategies and techniques; counsels student athletes concerning academic progress; assists in public relations and fund-raising activities; and completes related duties as required or directed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of collegiate women’s basketball coaching experience or four years of combined experience in collegiate basketball playing and/or collegiate basketball manager experience required. Division I or II experience preferred. Student or volunteer experience will be considered. Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference and the University of Northern Iowa.

Position Details

Job Category: Professional and Scientific Type of Position: Contract Service Schedule: Calendar Year Application Instructions: All application materials received by July 7, 2026, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying: 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

Compensation

• $50,000 to
• Commensurate
• Pay
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