Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Graceland University is seeking a dynamic Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach to assist in all operations of a University Men’s Basketball Program. Applicants must be proactive, have good time management skills and the ability to connect and lead college athletes appropriately. We are seeking a passionate coach who is committed to excellence and is willing to work within the coaching staff to continue our program to greatness.
Graceland University is a private liberal arts university located in Lamoni Iowa and competing in the competitive NAIA Heart of America Athletic Conference. The university is conveniently located 1 hour south of Des Moines and 2 hours north of Kansas City.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Assists in the planning and implementation of details in all aspects of the Men’s Basketball program.
- Planning and delivery of training sessions.
- Facilitation of a Reserve program and all aspects related.
- Involvement in Social Media Marketing of Varsity and Reserve teams.
- Travel Organization
- Budgeting
- Fundraising
- Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
- Representing the University at campus, alumni, and community functions.
- Participates in the evaluation of high school talent through high school visits, on sight observations at high school, regional, state, and national levels of competition, and film/video review and analysis.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree Required.
- Effective communicative and public relation skills.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Competent knowledge of sport specific techniques, skill development and execution.
- An understanding of how to build and manage a team.
- The ability to understand and articulate program needs.
- Demonstrated competency in helping to meet program objectives, working independently, supervising others, and helping to establish program priorities.
- An ability to communicate with and interact positively with students, faculty, staff, and the broader University community.
- Knowledge of the operational use of computer and video technology.
- The ability to develop a safe and functional working environment.
- An appreciation of and a willingness to adhere to the NAIA philosophy, rules, and regulations.
- Ability to follow directions and accept decisions.
Position will remain open until filled. Submit letter of application, resume, and three references by clicking Apply
