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JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 21016 Position Title: Assistant Coach, Men\'s Basketball & Diversity and College Access Success Coach TTC Title and Code: Assistant Coach (CC003) 65% and Academic Advisor (AE002) 35% FTE: 100% Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point Main Campus Supervisor: Brad Duckworth, Athletics Director, and to the Associate Director of the Diversity and College Access Position Summary This is a dual position reporting to Athletics and Diversity and College Access departments. The assistant coach responsibilities range from the planning, recruiting, coaching, developing, implementing, communication and administering of his/her program to achieve University and Department objectives to teaching duties within the Department of Athletics. Exhibit behavior that enhances the respect for the student-athletes, the athletics program, the University, and yourself in the conduct of your professional responsibilities. The position of assistant men\'s basketball coach reports to the head men\'s basketball coach. DCA Success Coach provides a holistic support service to underrepresented students (i.e., African American) in promoting appropriate and responsible choices on academic, social, and personal development to mitigating their academic and personal success. They will serve as a spokesperson and advocate on matters pertaining to student success by connecting them to on- and off campus resources to support their transition to campus and providing them the resources for their personal, academic, and professional development. The DCA Success Coach helps identify barriers to academic success and assist them in creating and applying action plans for overcoming challenges. They also help students maximize their potential by supporting and assisting students in gaining effective strategies and behaviors that can support their personal and academic lives. Maintains appropriate confidentiality, updates student advising records, and contributes to the development and delivery of success coaching and mentorship related events and programs. Works to ensure students receive accurate, timely, and holistic services in support of promoting student success, retention, and program completion. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and recruitment efforts for the unit to support underrepresented, first-generation, and low-income students\' success. Develops internal partnerships in support of program awareness and provides student interventions as needed. Anticipated Appointment Date: August 2024 Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: - Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience - Resume/Curriculum Vitae - Contact information for three professional references (Official Transcripts may be required of finalist) Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Position Contact For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: Kent Dernbach, Chair, Search and Screen Committee Email: kdernbac@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-3888 Human Resources Contact If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: Human Resources Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2606 ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications Minimum three years of basketball coaching, playing or related experience Minimum of two years of experience advising/coaching students of color, fostering experience students, first-generation, low-income students Knowledge of coaching and mentoring techniques Knowledge of processes and resources for org nizing and leading group and collaborative activities Candidates must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to balance multiple demands and effectively organize and manage time and tasks Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community Preferred Qualifications Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university Demonstrated strong commitment to athletes as students Demonstrated experience with: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Bachelor\'s degree in education, counseling, social work, student personnel or related field ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.careers.wisconsin.edu