Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach position. Given Amherst’s distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.

The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach will report to the Head Coach and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in all phases of the Men’s Basketball Program including the recruitment of student-athletes, assisting with daily operations, practice implementation, and other duties assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Athletics. Requires a variable schedule; night, weekend work, and overnight travel to away meets and tournaments will be required. The Assistant Coach takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Coaching

• Assist with coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student-athletes’ skill and teamwork
• Analyze the performance of teams and individuals and provide leadership and instruction
• Assist in pre-season, in-season, and post-season training and practice planning

Recruiting

• Participate in scouting and recruitment of prospective student-athletes
• Help monitor the progress of prospective student-athletes’ application process
• Help coordinate and organize potential student-athlete on-campus visits

Program responsibilities

• Compliance with College, NESCAC, and NCAA rules and regulations
• Work with the Head Coach to develop and strengthen team culture and create a diverse and inclusive program

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