Assistant Director of Athletics & Head Girls’ Varsity Basketball Coach

St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girls, independent, Mercy Catholic college preparatory school serving a diverse population of students from Pre-K through Grade 12, located in Riverside, Rhode Island. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment while empowering young women to be confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious leaders.

Position Overview
St. Mary Academy – Bay View is seeking a dynamic Assistant Director of Athletics & Head Girls’ Varsity Basketball Coach to join our team. This is a 12-month leadership position within the Athletic Department that combines administrative responsibilities with the opportunity to lead our varsity basketball program.

As Assistant Director of Athletics, the successful candidate will help oversee daily operations of Bay View Athletics, with key responsibilities in travel coordination, external facility rentals, game-day supervision, scheduling, equipment oversight, and departmental communications. In addition, this role will provide leadership and oversight for all Bay View athletic camps and clinics, including planning, scheduling, staffing, registration, promotion, and evaluation. Camps and clinics are a critical component of Bay View Athletics—serving both as a community engagement tool that strengthens relationships with prospective students and families and as an important revenue stream that supports the financial sustainability of the program. The Assistant AD will work closely with the Director of Athletics to ensure these initiatives align with the school’s mission and growth goals.

As Head Girls’ Varsity Basketball Coach, the candidate will plan, direct, and supervise all aspects of the program in accordance with RIIL, Athletic Department, and school policies. The coach will mentor student-athletes, foster skill development, and build a culture of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.

The basketball season runs from December to March, with practices typically held five to six days per week after school, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. or 4:30–6:30 p.m., and with two to three games per week usually scheduled at 6:00 or 7:00 p.m.

Examples of Key Duties and Responsibilities

Assistant Director of Athletics Responsibilities
-Coordinate team travel logistics and transportation schedules.
-Manage external facility rentals and serve as liaison with partner organizations.
-Provide game-day supervision for home events and oversee event staff.
-Assist the Director of Athletics with administrative projects and initiatives.
-Support scheduling of practices, games, and officials.
-Oversee equipment and uniform inventory across sports programs.
-Ensure compliance with RIIL regulations and school policies.
-Assist with department communications, including parent updates, event promotion, and social media.
-Lead the planning, promotion, and execution of all athletic camps and clinics, ensuring high-quality programming that enhances community engagement, fosters future student recruitment, and contributes to athletic department revenue growth.
-Collaborate on special events such as senior nights, awards banquets, and alumni/booster activities.
-Mentor student-athletes and coaches, promoting a positive, inclusive athletic culture.

Head Girls’ Varsity Basketball Coach Responsibilities
-Organize, coach, and administer the Varsity Basketball Program.
-Teach and model strong basketball fundamentals, emphasizing safety and sportsmanship.
-Develop and adapt practice plans and game strategies.
-Enforce accountability, discipline, and respect within the program.
-Provide leadership and guidance to assistant coaches.
-Submit an end-of-season report to the Athletic Department.

Qualifications
-Commitment to the mission of St. Mary Academy – Bay View and to the development of student-athletes.
-Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
-Comprehensive knowledge of basketball with the ability to teach individual and team skills.
-Prior experience in athletics administration, event management, or operations preferred.
-Previous varsity-level coaching or collegiate playing experience strongly preferred.
-NFHS Certification (or willingness to obtain), including CPR/First Aid/AED.
-Must pass a national background check with fingerprints

Position Details
-Employment Type: 12-month exempt position, with potential stipend for additional responsibilities.
-Salary: $60,000 to $70,000 annually
-Season: Basketball runs from December to March, with practices 5–6 days per week and 2–3 games weekly.

Reports to: Director of Athletics (with liaison to Head of Middle & Upper School).

Benefits:
St. Mary Academy – Bay View offers an Employee Assistance Program, tuition remission for children, as well as paid personal, sick, and holiday leave.

To Apply:
Visit bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Non-Teaching Application.” The application, cover letter, and resume must be submitted via email to: employment@bayviewacademy.org, or mail to:

St. Mary Academy – Bay View
Attn: Director of Athletics
3070 Pawtucket Avenue
Riverside, RI 02915

An Equal Opportunity Employer, St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status, or other legally protected status.