This position is responsible for assisting in creating and maintaining a successful basketball program for the institution. This position reports directly to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach.

Coaching Responsibilities

• Assist in development of a competitive men’s basketball program that will represent the institution and community in a positive manner.
• Work with Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance and Student Life to ensure all players meet applicable eligibility requirements and prepare all necessary forms on a timely basis.
• Assist in development of practice and competition schedule.
• Assist in conducting productive and meaningful practice sessions.
• Assist in making travel arrangements for team and recruiting.
• Conduct fundraising activities to supplement program budget.
• Conduct and direct instructional camps for area youth.
• Work with Assistant Director of Athletic for Communication and Media Relations on providing program information and statistics to media and fans via press releases, media guides, game programs and web site.
• Assist in development of recruitment plan and actively recruit student athletes.
• Assist in development of and actively participate in a plan to enhance public relations for the basketball program.
• Track academic progress of student-athletes within the program
• Establish and maintain an ethical and moral code of behavior and living that is expected of all players and staff members within the program
• Develop practice schedules and teach the fundamental skills of the game.
• Follow all NCAA, conference and institutional policies.
• Actively participate in campus committees and forums.
• Support the philosophy and mission of the department and institution.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Special Notation:

• Staff members have a duty to cooperate with and furnish the NCAA, the conference or institution with truthful and complete information concerning involvement in or knowledge of rule violations.
• A coach or staff member may be suspended or terminated if found to be involved in deliberate or serious violations of NCAA regulations.
• Rules education, satisfactory rules knowledge and documenting compliance activities are mandatory and athletics personnel will be evaluated on their performance.

Qualifications
This position is best filled by an individual with an undergraduate degree, Master’s preferred. Significant coaching experience with a preference of prior experience at the coordinator level in either a professional or university environment. Ability to identify and recruit outstanding student-athletes is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. A thorough understanding of, and experience with, NCAA and Conference rules and regulations is required. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate University coaches and athletes is critical; organizational, budget and management skills are imperative. The ability to manage multiple tasks is essential. Knowledge of related computer applications is important. A valid driver’s license is required for travel. This position has non-standard hours and requires the ability to travel with a substantial time commitment during the fall and the spring.

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