Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach (Johnstown)

Job Scope

The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the NJCAA basketball program. This includes assisting with practices, game preparation, recruiting, and team travel. The role requires a strong commitment to student-athlete development, academic achievement, and compliance with NJCAA and institutional guidelines.

Official duties and compensation for this position will begin annually with the first official start date as determined annually by the NJCAA and end with the end date as determined annually by the NJCAA. Assistant coaches do not have paid responsibilities outside of these dates.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting practices, drills, and game strategies.
• Support recruitment of qualified student-athletes through outreach, campus visits, and scouting.
• Actively participate in all games, providing support to the head coach and team.
• Drive college vans to away games and events as needed.
• Help monitor academic progress and provide mentorship to student-athletes.
• Assist with administrative duties such as equipment management, travel planning, and record keeping.
• Promote a positive team culture and uphold standards of sportsmanship and conduct.

Direct Reports

None

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education:

• High school diploma.
• College degree is preferred.

Experience & Knowledge:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the sport through a minimum of two years’ playing or coaching experience is required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with NJCAA regulations is a plus.

Computer Skills:

• Must have exemplary computer skills including being proficient with MS Office.
• Must have the ability to learn and use software related to athletic scheduling and statistics, as well as the college student information and learning management systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Criminal Background (State and FBI) and Child Abuse Clearances.
• Valid PA driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Physical Demands:

• Will regularly need to speak, hear, listen, reach, run, walk and jump.
• Will need to lift and move equipment necessary for the sport.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

• The work environment will vary from moderate noise to greater noise levels while in competition areas playing games or practicing.
• Temperatures may vary.

Additional Notes

• Please note that employment applications referencing ‘see resume’ or similar phrases are considered incomplete and may not be considered.
• Please do not call to inquire about the status of your application. Only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
• Employment is contingent upon submission and satisfactory review of any background check clearances as may be required by Pennsylvania Act 153. Please refer to our Pre-Employment Background Check Information page for more detailed information.
• Successful candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by Pennsylvania Highlands Community College for any position now or in the future.
• The College does not offer relocation assistance at this time.

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Pennsylvania Highlands Community College promotes a drug-free workplace.

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.