Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

DePauw University•Greencastle, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The assistant coach for men's basketball is responsible for assisting the head men's basketball coach in implementing and directing all phases of a competitive NCAA Division III men's basketball program at DePauw University. This includes recruiting quality student-athletes, organizing and planning practices and game strategies, scouting, coaching, scheduling, budgeting and planning team travel in compliance with University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Ability to read, listen to and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write and communicate simple correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Proficiency with Hudl, KrossOver, FrontRush, Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, Google Apps, other programs as determined by specific sport responsibilities.
A valid US driver’s license is required.
Certification in first aid, CPR and AED must be current at all times.
Excellent communication skills.
Commitment to and history of strong belief in mentoring students and demonstrated experience working with young adults.
Desire to work in a rural, small-school environment devoted to providing liberal arts education, building community, and helping students prepare for their future careers.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Collegiate playing experience in basketball highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Understand and comply with NCAA Division III, conference and University rules and regulations
Demonstrate a philosophy that emphasizes academic priorities for student-athletes
Demonstrate sensitivity to individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and a commitment to a diverse community
Along with the head coach, implement a comprehensive recruiting plan for the identification and recruitment of qualified student-athletes
As directed by the head coach, develop and implement plans and strategies for practices and competition
As directed by the head coach, schedule games, make transportation and lodging arrangements for team travel
Assist with managing the men’s basketball operating budget
Assist with evaluating program effectiveness
Monitor student-athletes’ academic progression
As directed by the head coach, develop and coordinate community outreach and team fundraising events.
Other duties as assigned by the head men's basketball coach and/or Director of Athletics