Assistant Coach - Basketball - Girls @ Bessemer City High

Gaston County Schools•Bessemer City, NC

About The Position

The Assistant Basketball Coach is expected to be a personal example of high moral character and superior teaching standards. The coach prioritizes good sportsmanship and works with the Head Basketball Coach, faculty, and staff to support student-athletes’ academic and moral success. The role assists with organizing and supervising the basketball program, supporting athletes and staff, and carrying out the program’s administrative and operational duties. The position reports directly to the Head Coach, Athletic Director, and Principal, and is classified as non-exempt. Salary is based on the Gaston County Schools’ Coach Supplement Schedule. Applicants offered a position must pass a health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of Athletic Policies approved by the Gaston County Schools’ Board of Education.
Knowledge of system, state, and conference regulations, with the ability to implement them consistently and interpret them for staff.
Ability and willingness to organize and assist with supervision of the basketball program.
Superior knowledge of the technical aspects of basketball and willingness to continue examining relevant theories and procedures.
Thorough understanding of student-athlete growth and development at the assigned school.
Previous successful basketball coaching experience.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Ability to perform very heavy work, exerting over 100 pounds of force occasionally, over 50 pounds frequently, and/or over 25 pounds constantly to lift objects.
Visual acuity to operate required equipment and motor vehicles, use measuring devices, and inspect work for accuracy, thoroughness, and adherence to standards and instructions.
Visual acuity to prepare data and statistics, work with figures and records processes, operate a computer, and conduct extensive research and reading.
If offered a position, pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Coaching experience in a public school system.

Responsibilities

Follow the lead of the Head Basketball Coach.
Promote basketball within the school by recruiting athletes who are not participating in other sports programs, and promote the sport outside the school.
Assist with implementation of the athletic policies by the sports program staff.
Maintain good public relations with news media, the Booster Club, parents, officials, volunteers, and fans.
Follow the proper administrative line of command and refer requests or grievances through the appropriate channels.
Maintain discipline, address grievances, and promote morale and cooperation.
Provide athletes with training rules and other sport-specific regulations.
Give ongoing attention to student-athletes’ grades and conduct.
Attend all practices and games.
Provide assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
Complete and submit paperwork on disabling athletic injuries to the county athletic office within 24 hours when directed by the Head Coach.
Direct student managers, assistants, trainers, and statisticians.
Assist the Head Coach with scheduling, transportation, and requirements for tournaments and special sports events.
Help prepare for scheduled sports events and practices and adhere to facility schedules.
Coordinate the program with maintenance and school employees when directed by the Head Coach.
Safeguard and protect assigned equipment and sites.
Account for equipment and collect fees for lost or unreturned equipment.
Ensure athletes are in authorized areas of the building at appropriate times.
Inspect locker rooms before and after practices and games for general cleanliness.
Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of assigned sports equipment.
Secure doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the building when custodians are not on duty.
Teach players to respect, care for, and properly use equipment and school property.
Perform other duties assigned by the Head Coach and/or administration.