The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach.

Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in the management and administration of the Division 1 Men’s Basketball intercollegiate sports program.

Duties/Responsibilities

• (60%)
  Coach practice sessions and workouts. Assist with coaching responsibilities during athletic events.

Attend coaches’ preparatory meetings and implements strategies resulting from these meetings.

• Ensure student-athletes have a comprehensive and functional knowledge of the sport and maintains thorough and continual familiarity with all applicable University, OVC and NCAA rules and regulations.

  (20%)

• Scout for and recruit quality student-athletes and coordinates recruiting activities with the Head Coach and Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Program.

  (15%)

Assist student-athletes in the implementation of the academic program, including the monitoring of individual student-athlete progress to ensure academic eligibility, the enforcement of study and tutorial programs, and the referral to appropriate University academic resource personnel.

• Work with student-athletes and monitors adherence to rules and regulations for conduct, appearance, and behavior.

  (5%)

Work closely with athletic training staff and Team Physician to provide for the safety and health of student-athletes. Participate in the University’s public relations activities, including print, television and radio interviews, and news conferences. Participate in annual continuing education as required by the NCAA, Conference and/or Institution is required. Adhering to all NCAA, Conference, and Institutional rules and regulations is required at all times. All violations must be reported to the Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Director of Compliance or their designee immediately.

• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• Familiarity with OVC and NCAA rules and regulations. Proficiency with computer systems, word processing, spreadsheet, database, electronic mail, and Internet software. Excellent verbal, written, organizational, management and administrative skills. Positive communication, marketing and public relation skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively with student-athletes, faculty, alumni, and administrative staff.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

Master’s degree.

Related playing, coaching, and athletics administration experience.

Fundraising experience and ability.

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