Sport Club Assistant Coach- Men

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

About The Position

Under the direction of the A.S./SDSU Competitive Sports Manager, the Assistant Coach for the men's club basketball team assists with coordination and operations of the San Diego State University Club Basketball team. The role collaborates with the Head Coach on practice plans and team development strategies, runs and controls drills, and works to enhance team skill performance. Evening and weekend availability is required. The Assistant Coach enforces the rules, policies, and procedures in the Sport Club Handbook and performs duties associated with coaching a collegiate club program. The successful candidate is expected to follow policies and procedures established by Associated Students/SDSU, the Sport Club Program, the National Club Basketball Association (NCBBA), and NIRSA Basketball, while serving as a positive role model for the program and SDSU. This is a volunteer position with flexibility and willingness to work up to 25 hours per week; schedules vary according to team needs throughout the academic year. Programs may occur indoors or outdoors, with exposure to varying weather and environmental conditions. Physical activities may include walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, working in confined spaces, and lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying loads up to 25 pounds. Work may require standing and moving for extended periods. A satisfactory background check, including a criminal records check, and Live Scan are required before an offer can be made. MVR and DMV record review is required for positions involving driving university vehicles and/or passengers for program-related trips.

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.
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 participant situations with patience, good judgment, and diplomacy.
Strong organizational skills; ability to follow oral and written directions and carry projects through to completion.
Ability to work with confidential items and understand confidentiality in project work.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships, exercise tact, use sound professional judgment, and work effectively with different work styles.
Commitment to follow policies, rules, and regulations of Associated Students/SDSU, Aztec Recreation, and sport leagues.
Flexibility and willingness to work up to 25 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours as team needs require.
Ability to meet the physical demands described for the role, including lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying loads up to 25 pounds and standing or moving for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Comply with job expectations in the Associated Students/SDSU Sport Club Coaching Agreement.
Supervise team practices, training, competitions, and travel.
Ensure individual and program compliance with Associated Students/SDSU and Aztec Recreation policies and procedures.
Prioritize the safety of team members, assistant coaches, and equipment.
Assist team members in meeting recruiting and team selection goals.
Help design and implement practice schedules and training schemes for evening and/or weekend practices, and ensure scheduled practices begin 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 coordinating travel arrangements.
Assist with 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 team support.
Represent the team in regional or national meetings with other coaches or organizations.
Maintain working relationships with A.S. and University departments and professional relationships with athletes and staff.
Conduct operations safely and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies; adhere to the Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices.
Report accidents to the supervisor, review changes needed to prevent recurrence, complete required accident documentation, 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.