Longwood University invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach, Men’s Basketball (GA125) in Athletics. The successful candidate will be responsible for instructing, recruiting, and/or educating student-athletes in the sport of basketball and the responsibilities of serving as an ambassador for Longwood University. This includes informing student-athletes of their role as a Longwood Citizen Leader, as well as the necessary rules and regulations to compete within the University, NCAA, and Big South Conference.

This position is located in Farmville, Virginia, and is required to work in person on Longwood University’s campus.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Scouting, talent assessment and recruiting
• Coaching knowledge and techniques
• Administrative tasks as assigned by the Head Coach
• NCAA and Big South rules compliance
• Community and University involvement
• Fiscal Responsibility and Film Exchange
• Participate in sports camps and clinics with approval from the Head Coach
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide training, direction, encouragement and motivation to prepare student-athletes in: team building; academic success; team strategy and planning; and sportsmanship
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify potential problems and possible solutions, form conclusions and approaches to problems, as well as developmental needs of others through coaching, mentoring or otherwise helping individuals improve their knowledge or skills.
• Must possess and be able to demonstrate effective leadership and communication skills
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree preferred, or Bachelor’s Degree with equivalent combination of work experience and/or training.
• Extensive amount of coaching at the Division I level
• A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept and a working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Must be able to perform physical activities associated with the sport of basketball
• Must be willing to meet University eligibility to drive state fleet vehicles, including vans or mini-buses
• Previous experience as a NCAA Division I college basketball player is preferred

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