Sport Club Assistant Coach- Men's Basketball

Associated Students, San Diego State University•San Diego, CA

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for the San Diego State University men's club basketball team assists with team coordination and operations under the direction of the A.S./SDSU Competitive Sports Manager. Working with the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach develops practice plans and team-development strategies, leads and controls drills, and supports the improvement of players' skills. The role includes enforcing the Sport Club Handbook and applicable Associated Students/SDSU, Sport Club Program, National Club Basketball Association, and NIRSA Basketball policies, while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU. The Assistant Coach supervises practices, training, competitions, and travel; supports recruiting, team selection, fundraising, equipment maintenance, travel arrangements, and program priorities; and collaborates with team officers, administrators, other coaches, sport leagues, alumni, and university departments. The position also includes safety oversight, accident reporting and documentation, and reporting maintenance or equipment hazards. The role requires evening and weekend availability and offers flexible scheduling based on team needs during the academic year, with a willingness to work up to 25 hours per week. It is a volunteer position and is also identified as a part-time hourly position in the employment category.

Requirements

Proficient knowledge of Aztec Recreation programs, facilities, and policies.
Knowledge of Microsoft applications and the Aztec Recreation website.
American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED certifications.
Valid California driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
Complete Computer Security, Gender Awareness and Sexual Harassment Prevention, and Workplace Violence Prevention training within 30 days of hire.
Ability to work with confidential items and understand confidentiality in project work.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships, exercise tact and sound professional judgment, and work effectively with different work styles.
Strong organizational skills and ability to follow oral and written directions and carry projects through to completion.
Commitment to following the policies, rules, and regulations of Associated Students/SDSU, Aztec Recreation, and sport leagues.
Demonstrated commitment to student success and ability to recruit, train, and evaluate collegiate student athletes.
Strong coaching background emphasizing skill development and leadership.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work effectively with student athletes, team officers, coaches, administrators, and alumni.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and diplomacy.
Flexibility and willingness to work up to 25 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours, according to team needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Knowledge of and/or participation in Aztec Recreation programs and facilities.

Responsibilities

Comply with expectations in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement.
Supervise team practices, training, competitions, and travel.
Ensure the team and program comply with Associated Students/SDSU and Aztec Recreation policies and procedures.
Prioritize the safety of team members, assistant coaches, and equipment.
Assist team members with recruiting and team-selection goals.
Help design and implement practice schedules and training schemes for evening and/or weekend practices, and ensure scheduled practices start and end on time.
Assist team members in achieving fundraising goals.
Coordinate scrimmages and competitions with coaches from other programs and sport leagues.
Assist with travel arrangements, equipment maintenance, and repairs.
Work with team officers and administrators to develop and achieve program priorities.
Maintain the team's positive standing in the community and assist with alumni outreach to recruit support.
Represent the team at regional or national meetings with coaches or organizations.
Represent the team and Associated Students/SDSU professionally and maintain effective working relationships with athletes and staff.
Conduct operations in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan, safety policies, and Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices.
Report accidents to the supervisor, review changes needed to prevent recurrence, ensure accident documentation is completed, and forward it to the supervisor.
Immediately report maintenance problems and broken or unsafe equipment to the appropriate party.
Attend mandatory Aztec Recreation/Sport Club staff meetings and trainings as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.