What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Girls Basketball Coach position at Archdiocese of St. Louis?
The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
Duchesne High School, a St. Louis Archdiocesan coeducational college preparatory high school serving grades 9-12, is seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant Girls Basketball Coach to support the school's girls basketball program. The Assistant Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to develop student-athletes athletically, academically, spiritually, and socially while helping to build a competitive and successful program. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, a commitment to student development, and support for the mission and values of Duchesne High School and the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
- Assist the Head Girls Basketball Coach with the planning, organization, and supervision of the girls basketball program.
- Support the development and implementation of practice plans, skill development activities, and game preparation.
- Provide instruction in basketball fundamentals, team strategy, conditioning, and sportsmanship.
- Assist with supervising student-athletes during practices, games, team travel, and other program-related activities.
- Encourage academic success, accountability, leadership, and personal growth among student-athletes.
- Help monitor student-athlete eligibility and academic progress.
- Assist with organizing equipment, uniforms, and other program resources.
- Support game-day operations, scouting, and other administrative duties as assigned.
- Promote a positive team culture that emphasizes respect, teamwork, discipline, and character development.
- Serve as a positive role model and representative of Duchesne High School.
- Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, coaches, faculty, and administration.
- Ensure compliance with all Archdiocesan, school, conference, and MSHSAA policies and regulations.
- Support the mission, philosophy, and expectations of Duchesne High School.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Athletic Director, Principal, or President.
- Previous basketball coaching and/or playing experience at the high school, collegiate, or club level preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basketball fundamentals, player development, conditioning, and game strategy.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop student-athletes in a positive and supportive environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, faculty, staff, parents, and administration.
- Commitment to supporting the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church and Catholic education.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and online communication tools preferred.
- Ability to meet all Archdiocesan and school employment requirements, including background checks and Safe Environment compliance.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.