Assistant Coach for Men's Basketball (Part-time, 10-months, Onsite)

Wilson College is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and student-centered Part-Time Assistant Coach to support all aspects of our NCAA Division III men's basketball program. Reporting to the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will help foster a competitive and positive team environment while ensuring compliance with NCAA, United East Conference, and College policies and regulations.

The successful candidate will be passionate about basketball, committed to mentoring student-athletes, and dedicated to supporting their academic, athletic, and personal development. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the student-athlete experience while contributing to a team culture that reflects the mission and values of Wilson College.

Primary Responsibilities

Coaching

• Attend and assist with practices, competitions, team meetings, recruiting events, community service activities, and fundraising events.
• Assist with the recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
• Help organize and implement effective practice and training sessions to support student-athlete skill development.
• Assist with game preparation, scouting, and strategy implementation.
• Provide instruction in sport-specific skills and areas of expertise.
• Maintain current knowledge of basketball rules and NCAA regulations.
• Serve as a positive role model and reinforce departmental expectations regarding sportsmanship, conduct, and academic success.

Administration

• Support the administration and operation of the basketball program with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.
• Participate in conference calls, meetings, committees, and other department-related activities as assigned.
• Complete administrative tasks and requests for information in a timely manner.

Additional Duties

• Serve as a game administrator and supervise student game staff for out-of-season athletic events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Athletics Department.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree.
• Playing and/or coaching experience in basketball, preferably at the collegiate level.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required state and federal background clearances.

Preferred

• Previous coaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations.

In addition to the opportunity to positively impact the lives of student-athletes, part-time assistant coaches enjoy several valuable Wilson College benefits, including:

• Tuition Remission for the employee
• Complimentary access to the Wilson College Fitness Center
• Affordable dining hall meal plan options
• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and supportive campus community dedicated to student success