Academy Basketball Coach

YMCA of Central Texas • Round Rock, TX

2d

About The Position

The Academy Coach develops U8–U14 youth basketball players at the YMCA of Central Texas in accordance with the association’s mission and values. The coach provides quality sports guidance and education through the Y Basketball Academy program and helps players realize their development potential. The position includes organized training, player evaluations, team placement, league games and tournaments, parent communication, and leadership of staff and volunteers. Applicants should include relevant sports experience in their resume or cover letter.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; some college is preferred.
• 1–5+ years of coaching experience required.
• Base-level to top-level certification by, and membership in, a national agency in a related field.
• College or elite-level coaching experience.
• Valid Texas driver license and proof of insurability; maintain a driving record satisfactory to YMCA standards.
• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead within the organization, including staff and volunteers.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of community resources and how to relate them to YMCA goals.
• Commitment to the purpose of the YMCA of Central Texas.
• Enthusiasm, high energy, and strong human-relations and motivational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Some college education.
• Three to five or more years of coaching in a high-performance senior environment in a U.S.-based competition or in a college environment.
• Elite development experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly organized training sessions focused on player development.
• Participate in player evaluations and scrimmages to determine appropriate team placement and assignments.
• Coach weekend league games and tournaments when scheduled, emphasizing player development and teaching the game.
• Conduct parent meetings to share important season and team information.
• Maintain positive relationships with players’ parents, emphasizing communication.
• Attract, maintain, lead, and motivate quality staff and volunteer leadership.
• Represent the Association and the YMCA movement as an articulate spokesperson.
• Use knowledge of community resources to help the YMCA meet its goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED