Assistant Coach - Men's Basketball

UMass Lowell•Lowell, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach provides assistance in all phases of coaching the Division I men’s basketball program. This includes student-athlete recruitment, game preparation, player evaluation, academic coordination, and practice and game coaching. The role also involves providing administrative support as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
2-3 years successful experience coaching basketball and/or previous Head Coaching experience
Strong organizational skills
Commitment to high ethical standards and academics success

Nice To Haves

NCAA Division I experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with college students
Knowledge of, and an appreciation for conference and NCAA rules
Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills

Responsibilities

Assist in all aspects of the student-athlete development and performance of the men’s basketball program, including organizing and implementing the recruitment process.
Instructing and supervising daily drills, workout sessions.
Scouting opponents.
Organizing and leading preseason and off-season conditioning.
Creating a positive and productive environment for the student-athletes.
Assist with administrative functions with the men’s basketball program, including monitoring academic progress and working closely with the academic center.
Participate in promotional and public relations to advance athletic programs by assisting the head coach in coordinating fund-raising and community service activities.
Providing leadership and direction to the program’s community service activities.
Assisting in the development and implementation of marketing strategies designed to enhance the image and visibility of the men’s basketball program.
Promote the University’s commitment to customer service by building effective partnerships with co-workers, ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners, and maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.