Reporting to the Head Coach Men’s Basketball, the Assistant Coach will assist in developing, organizing and administering all aspects of a competitive NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball team.  This is a four (4) month, part-time position.

Responsibilities include:

• recruiting qualified student-athletes,
• coaching,
• conducting and supervising regular practice sessions and contests,
• assisting with the coordination of all team travel and assisting in driving a passenger van for away team travel,
• acting as a mentor for student-athlete personal development, and
• assisting in the coordination of team fundraising and community services events.

The Assistant Coach is responsible for compliance with the Title IX, NCAA, Skyline Conference and SUNY Old Westbury rules and regulations.  The successful candidate should have experience with multicultural student body populations.

SUNY Old Westbury serves large populations of underrepresented, first-generation, and non-traditional students.  Candidates with experience working with a similar student body, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting these populations, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Since its foundation in 1965, SUNY Old Westbury has been committed to social justice, diversity, and the empowerment of traditionally underserved populations.  The College serves a large proportion of non-traditional students and has earned the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from Insight into Diversity magazine for five consecutive years.

Located on a 604-acre campus on Long Island, Nassau County, about 40 miles from New York City, SUNY Old Westbury comprises four Schools (Education, Business, Arts and Sciences and Professional Studies) with total enrollment of 4400 students.  For more details about the College at Old Westbury, please refer to our website at www.oldwestbury.edu.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and demonstrated basketball coaching experience at the college, high school, club or travel level with success.  Must have and maintain the appropriate valid NYS driver’s license and have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations.  The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and must have a commitment to student-athlete academic success and well-being.

Preferred Qualifications:

• First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Experience with multicultural student body populations.

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