The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Men’s Basketball Coach with planning, managing, coordinating, operating, and evaluating the Division II Men’s Basketball program at the College. The Assistant Coach is expected to adhere to NJCAA rules and regulations and support the development of student-athletes into engaged citizens using a holistic approach. This is a stipend-funded, part-time position. The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Men’s Basketball Coach with planning, managing, coordinating, operating, and evaluating the Division II Men’s Basketball program at the College. The Assistant Coach is expected to adhere to NJCAA rules and regulations and support the development of student-athletes into engaged citizens using a holistic approach. This is a stipend-funded, part-time position.

Responsibilities

This position reports to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and has the following responsibilities:

• Assists the Head Coach in managing and directing the basketball program, including training and scheduling.
• Checks and secures offices, storage rooms, outside doors, locker rooms after games and practices.
• Assists in teaching student athletes conflict resolution, time management and other life skills.
• Completes and maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
• Uses the administrative and reporting structure of the College to manage athletes.
• Assists the Director, Student Activities and Wellness and Head Men’s Basketball Coach with alumni relations and fundraising.
• Assists with recruiting potential players and scouting opponents as directed.
• Assists the Men’s Basketball Head Coach with athletic skill development for student-athletes.
• In coordination with the Head Basketball Coach and Director, Student Athletics and Wellness, assists in the monitoring of student-athlete academic performance and implementation of team, athletic department, and College resources to support the athletes’ academic performance.
• Performs other tasks as assigned that support the mission and initiatives of the Men’s Basketball program and the College.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in recruiting and coaching high school or college athletics
• Excellent computer skills in in programs such as MS Word, Excel, and Access
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exemplary organizational and customer service skills with commitment to the holistic development of the individual
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment without close supervision
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to manage multiple tasks
• Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college
• Effectiveness in the following College organizational competencies:
  • Translating College purpose, values, and vision into organizational action
  • Collaborating and facilitating
  • Creating and innovating
  • Anticipating and responding to change
  • Providing vision and leadership

Preferred:

• Associates degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Knowledge and experience with Datatel Computer System
• Experience NCHSAA and or NJCAA athletics
• Community college experience
• CDL Licensure

ADA Summary

ADA requirements for this position include critical thinking skills with the ability to process information and exercise good judgment; ability to guide and instruct group and individual fitness programs; ease of mobility within the office setting and other areas of campus; ability to move equipment under 50 pounds; effective use of all forms of communication (oral, auditory, visual), including use of the computer; and the ability to perform general office duties.

All applicants are required to apply with the DCCC HR department HERE, and should also send resumes and references to Head Coach Matt Ridge at [email protected]