Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball

Role Overview

• Under the general direction of the Head Coach, Men's Basketball, the Assistant Coach assists in the administration and operation of the University's NCAA Division II Men's Basketball program.
• Responsibilities include coaching student-athletes, recruiting and retaining qualified student-athletes, assisting with practice and game preparation, supporting student-athlete academic success, coordinating assigned operational activities, and ensuring compliance with all applicable NCAA, Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC), University, federal, and state rules, regulations, and policies.
• Assists the Head Coach in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of the Men's Basketball program.
• Assists in organizing, preparing, and conducting individual and team practices, conditioning sessions, competitions, and other athletic activities designed to maximize student-athlete development and team success.
• Provides instruction and skill development to student-athletes during practices, competitions, and individual training sessions.
• Assists in developing offensive, defensive, and special game strategies while evaluating individual and team performance throughout the season.
• Assists in identifying, evaluating, recruiting, and retaining academically qualified student-athletes in compliance with NCAA and SIAC regulations.
• Monitors and supports the academic progress, eligibility, and overall well-being of student-athletes while promoting academic achievement, personal responsibility, sportsmanship, and good citizenship.
• Ensures compliance with all NCAA, SIAC, University, conference, federal, and state rules, regulations, and reporting requirements applicable to intercollegiate athletics.
• Represents the University and Athletics Department in a professional manner when interacting with student-athletes, parents, alumni, donors, media representatives, conference officials, community organizations, and the public.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of one (1) year of collegiate basketball coaching experience or an equivalent combination of collegiate, professional, or other directly related coaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA recruiting and compliance requirements.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with University requirements.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain within the timeframe established by the University.
• Must successfully complete all NCAA and University-required compliance and recruiting education.

Benefits

• This position requires a regular, reliable, and consistent on-campus presence to effectively perform coaching, recruiting, supervisory, and administrative responsibilities and is not suitable for remote work except as approved in accordance with University policy.