Summary:
The Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach works closely with the Men’s Basketball Head Coach to give direction to, coach and coordinate the activities of the men’s basketball program and performs various instructional and athletic administrative duties to meet the College’s needs.
Responsibilities:
The Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach is responsible for working with the Men’s Basketball Head Coach in the organization of the men’s basketball program and various administrative duties within the athletics department. Essential responsibilities include assistant coaching, recruiting, off-season functions, and liaison functions. Other responsibilities include instructional functions, athletic administrative functions, athletic marketing and sports information functions, and athletic academic support functions.
Assist Head Coach in the following Coaching duties:
Implement practice sessions and a Strength & Conditioning program
Provide strategic and tactical direction of team during game situations
Review, edit, collect and share game video/Synergy
Maintain inventory and provide equipment support for athletes
Recruiting
Identify talent needs for program
Evaluate and contact perspective athletes and parents/guardians
Prepare and make offers in accordance with NJCAA rules and regulations
Interact with high school and college coaches to assist with athlete’s transitions into Casper College and into other intercollegiate programs
Athletic academic advising and oversight
Monitor athletes’ class attendance
Provide academic advising for athletes and coordinate and supervise team study sessions
Track academic progress toward degree completion by athletes and develop and implement an academic support system for athletes
Assist Head Coach in providing academic eligibility and success information to the Athletic Department and campus administration as needed to comply with the NJCAA rules and state and federal legislative requirements
Off-Season functions
Develop and implement off-season conditioning programs
Assist Head Coach in planning and running team and individual camps
Track athlete involvement with campus and community activities
Maintain regular contact with athletes
Travel / recruiting
Liaison functions
Maintain collaborative and positive working relationships within the athletic, administrative, and faculty areas along with other related college support services
Maintain collaborative and positive relationships with the Booster Club, college community, and community at large
Participate in fundraising events for the Athletic Department
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
Minimum of 2 years prior coaching experience at a High School varsity, collegiate, or professional level
Excellent decision making skills
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Strong communication skills and a commitment to developing the Men’s Basketball program
CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Computer proficiency for word processing, email, film editing, social media and spreadsheets
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Valid motor vehicle license at the time of hire and must obtain a Wyoming driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Must maintain insurability under the College’s insurance plan.
Desired Qualifications:
Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in a field related to athletics or sports administration
At least 2 years prior coaching experience at the collegiate level
Recruiting experience at the collegiate level
Proven player development experience
Proven ability to support student-athlete academic achievement standards and processes
Work Environment:
Typical work environment is a classroom, office, and athletics facility setting requiring normal safety precautions. Position involves work on different surfaces and on other fitness environments while coaching and training situations with student-athletes. Work is usually performed during the normal workday, however, early morning, late evening and weekend work is required. Short periods of time will be spent outdoors traveling between campus buildings in various weather conditions. Frequent overnight travel during the week and on weekends, monthly, throughout the year. Noise levels are usually minimal in office setting, but can be moderate to loud at sporting events.
Physical Demands:
Employee must be able to participate in and lead practices and workouts and to demonstrate appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes. Must be able to visually monitor athletes and use a loud voice to communicate with athletes. Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving equipment/boxes up to 50 lbs.
To Apply:
Complete online application
Resume
Cover Letter
Contact information for three work-related references
Copies of unofficial transcripts
Note to Candidates:
This is a full-time, benefited, 11-month position.
Employment is contingent upon successful background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Official transcripts required upon hire.