What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach of Men's Basketball position at Delaware Valley University?
Job Summary:
Assists the head coach in organizing, supervising, and controlling all the activities related to the sport.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assisting the head coach in organizing, supervising, and controlling all the activities related to the sport
- Demonstrating leadership, sportsmanship, and conduct becoming of the coaching profession
- Annually reviewing any rule changes relative to Men’s Basketball; always adhering to all rules, regulations, and policies of the NCAA and MAC
- Assisting the head coach with an annual recruiting goal and attempting to enroll a diverse group of qualified student athletes capable of participation at the Division III varsity level
- Assisting in organizing and conducting an appropriate number of practice sessions and directing all activities during contests
- Advising and mentoring team members and directing the activities of captains, team managers, and Student Advisory Committee representatives
- Preparing a schedule of team activities in conjunction with the Assistant Athletic Director that complies with departmental policies, goals and objectives
- Coordinating team travel, housing, meals, and money with the Athletic Sports Program Assistant and submitting a travel itinerary at least two weeks prior to each overnight event after approval by Athletic Director
- Assist with implementation of game scouts and film breakdown
- Communication and cooperating with the training staff regarding athletic medical clearances, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and status of injured athletes
- Communicating and cooperating with the equipment room staff regarding the distribution, providing an environment that supports that achievement of the academic goals of the student athlete
- Cultivating alumni groups associated with the Men’s Basketball program in conjunction with the office of Alumni Programs
- Scheduling the use of game and practice facilities in cooperation with the Assistant Athletic Director and/ or Athletic Director
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Working Condition/ Frequently Used Tools:
- Office, library, computer room
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
- Typically standing or walking
- Typically bending, crouching, stooping
- Occasional lifting of 25 lbs. or less
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
- Strong managerial, administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Computer proficiency
- CPR/ First Aid certification is preferred
Required Education/Experience/ License:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Prior playing or coaching at the college level is preferred
Delaware Valley University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.