Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting with the management of a competitive NCAA Division I athletic program. This position assists with conditioning, practices, recruiting, travel arrangements, and student managers. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBITIES - Assists head coach in running team practices; assists in teaching offensive and defensive concepts; oversees drills; provides group and one-on-one instruction; assists in player development; remains informed on student-athletes' academic progress. Performs recruiting-related activities: contacts high school players through written or verbal means of communication; travels to various high schools to scout games; assesses the skills and abilities of potential student athletes; views and assesses high school game films, and provides feedback to the head coach. Makes travel arrangements for the team and coaching staff for games played at other institutions; schedules departure and arrival times; makes reservations for hotel accommodations; provides information to visiting coaches. Oversees the activity of student managers; ensures assigned duties are completed. Assists in overseeing the conditioning and weight training program; ensures student athletes' progress and adherence to the activities which comprise the program. Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of a specific sport's concepts/strategies and NCAA rules and regulations. Knowledge of physical conditioning techniques and weight training. Knowledge of basic statistics. Recruiting skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal/human relations skills. Organizational/planning skills. Leadership and motivational skills. Ability to assess athletic talent. Ability to serve as a positive role model. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree. Two years of playing/coaching experience on the high school, collegiate, or professional level. Function. Coaches. Scheduled Weekly Hours:40