The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting with the overall organization, direction, supervision and administration of Mansfield University’s NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball program. Duties include: assisting the head coach in all aspects of daily operations of the program, recruiting student athletes within the rules and philosophy of the NCAA, PSAC, and Mansfield University; evaluating personnel; emphasizing academic priorities to student athletes; assisting with organizing/conducting practices and games; related administrative tasks; fundraising; and maintaining appropriate communication and positive relationships with students, other coaches, university staff, parents, and alumni.

Candidates must: present excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; demonstrate the ability to recruit student athletes into a program committed to a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student athletes as well as the importance of good citizenship both on and off the court; demonstrate a commitment to diversity; demonstrate the ability to recruit, develop, and motivate quality student-athletes; have an understanding of NCAA rules and regulations and be committed to their implementation and observance; possess a working knowledge of word processing, email, and spreadsheets (Microsoft Word & Excel); and demonstrate, through past accomplishments and behaviors, the ability to support Mansfield University’s principles and values of Character, Scholarship, Culture, Service (http://www1.mansfield.edu/mansfield-creed) and the University’s strong student-centered vision and mission.