Assistant Coach Men's Basketball

Furman University•Lexington, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Head Basketball Coach, the Assistant Coach should have a working knowledge of all Southern Conference and NCAA policies, rules, and regulations and adhere to these policies as they pertain to the job.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree with 1-2 years experience in related field.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Recruitment experience.
Extensive knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Motivation skills.

Responsibilities

Assists the Head Coach and adheres to all Southern Conference and NCAA rules and regulations regarding recruiting by: Traveling to tournaments, games and clinics to evaluate recruits. Evaluating videotapes. Writing and telephoning all recruits. Assisting in making final decisions regarding scholarship offers.
Teaches areas of expertise to respective athletes.
Coordinates all travel arrangements and itineraries and insures that all proper paperwork is done.
Assists with purchases of equipment in the sport and provides security and care for the equipment in coordination with the equipment manager
Assists with Coordination of the admission process by: Filling out pre-admission recruit evaluation forms and present to Admissions Office. Making arrangements concerning admission visits and financial aid awards including mailing all forms, if necessary. Communicating all information to potential recruits.
Assists with providing all reports and lists which would include: scholarship, eligibility, awards, team rosters, and NCAA Squad List.
Assists with submitting a proposed schedule to Director for approval. The coach should not obligate the University without approval from the Director of Athletics.
Assists with organizes and conducting all practices by: Conducting and/or supervising the warm-up, conditioning, and cool-down phases of practice. Talking with trainers before each practice to check on the status of injured players. Scheduling individual practice sessions for players with specific weaknesses. Scheduling video review sessions with players as needed.
Coordinates the video exchange program and organizes community services projects.
Assists with off-season player development by organizing conditioning and weight-training program in consultation with the trainers and weight coaches.
Monitors academics of team through weekly meetings. Coordinates tutors when needed.
Organizes and instructs during summer camps.
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.