Assistant Coach - Men's Basketball

Colorado Mesa University•Grand Junction, CO

1d•$42,000•Onsite

About The Position

At CMU, every position is considered vital, contributing significantly to the mission of providing affordable and accessible education and fostering meaningful partnerships for community well-being. The Assistant Coach, under the supervision of the Head Men’s Basketball Coach, provides coaching expertise and leadership for the administration of the intercollegiate men’s basketball program. This role involves assisting the head coach in the effective management and administration of all aspects related to creating a positive and beneficial intercollegiate experience for student athletes. The university emphasizes a culture rooted in love, dignity, courage, humility, resiliency, curiosity, and power, aiming to build a Human Scale University that reflects these values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required
Must obtain master’s degree within three years of employment if candidates do not have one
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Demonstrated knowledge of basic principles of coaching/team supervision
Ability to effectively coordinate recruiting activities
Ability to maintain team discipline and instill proper ethical and moral standards
Ability to verify U.S. employment eligibility

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is preferred
Experience playing or coaching basketball at the collegiate level is preferred

Responsibilities

Take an active role in implementing a successful recruiting strategy to attract outstanding student athletes to attend Colorado Mesa University while remaining in full compliance with all NCAA and RMAC rules, as well as departmental and university policies and procedures
Maintain standards of performance consistent with departmental academic and athletic expectations as reflected in the mission statement, goals, objectives, and departmental guidelines
Coordinate and implement with the head coach and compliance officer eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations, proper administration of financial aid for both prospective and enrolled student athletes, facilities scheduling, and contest administration and game operations as necessary
Responsible for coordination and implementation all aspects of video game exchange, editing, film sessions, download & upload of games in compliance with the NCAA and RMAC guidelines
Assist the head coach in the organization and supervision of all practices, group workouts, shooting and film sessions and contests
Responsible for monitoring of student athletes’ academic progress through classroom checks, study hall, and progress reports
Assist in the coordination, development, supervision and daily operations of summer camps and clinics
Engage in, coordinate and help implement all fund-raising activities for the program in conjunction with the head coach, athletic advancement and its representatives
Communicate regularly and maintain a positive and constructive working relationship with support staff in sports information, student services, sports medicine, campus recreation, business office, facilities/operations, compliance, athletic advancement, marketing, and ticket office to assist in implementation of an efficient and effective program and department
Represent the university at professional meetings, alumni gatherings, campus activities and civic affairs as requested by the head coach or athletic administrators
Attend and participate in department and staff meetings as requested/required
Encourage an effective outreach program with student athletes that provide benefit to the on and off-campus community
Maintain, as appropriate, effective relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program, and others toward the positive image and promotion of the program