The Men’s Assistant Basketball Coach, under the general direction of the Director of Athletics, will assist the Head Coach in recruiting qualified student-athletes to the program, instruct and develop the student-athlete in the sport of basketball, game preparation, and community involvement.  Instruction should include, but not limited to the rules, strategies, and techniques relating to practice and competition in this sport.  The Head Coach provides administrative support to the College’s NCAA Division III program.  The Head Coach will also support the mission and goals of the Athletic Department.

Coaching, Instruction, and Team Administration

• Assist the Head Coach to organize and conduct practices during the traditional season (as defined by the National Collegiate Athletic Association) for the sport.

• Assist the Head Coach to serve as the representative of the department and the College during team travel for competition.

• Assist the Head Coach in management of operational budget issues:  Participate in uniform and equipment purchase process; help plan and coordinate team travel under the supervision of Director of Athletics’ Office; help develop and implement fund-raising strategies.

• Assist the Head Coach to complete in-and off-season scheduling for the program.  Work within NCAA guidelines regarding start of season, dates of competition and end of season.

• Represent the Department of Athletics at all on-campus Admissions Open Houses and/or other predetermined events.

• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Recruiting

• Assist the Head Coach in developing a recruiting strategy to achieve recruiting goals as pre-approved with the Director of Athletics.  Work with Assistant Athletic Director and Office of Admission to recruit qualified prospective student-athletes, both incoming freshmen and transfers to Hood College.  Included are off-campus contacts and evaluations as well as serving as College representative during on-campus prospect visits; and other jobs/duties as deemed necessary by the head coach

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references with contact information to Chad Dickman – Head Men’s Basketball Coach via email at [email protected]