Assistant Coach- Men's Basketball

Title: Assistant Coach - Men's Basketball

Department: Athletics

The assistant men's basketball coach will assist the university in meeting the specified goals of the mission statement and the athletic department through professional men's basketball program management. The goals are to I) provide opportunities and support for SEU student­athletes to achieve academically and athletically at the highest level and provide programming and resources that help build life skills and a great student-athlete experience 2) provide every opportunity for the men's basketball program to compete for Lone Star Conference Championships every year, 3) operate with quality and integrity in the athletic department's role as a focal point for school identity and spirit, 4) support the community through public service.

For consideration, (QUALIFICATION)

• Baccalaureate degree, preferably in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Sports Management, or Exercise Science; Master's Degree preferred.
• Successful background in coaching and/or playing basketball; preferably at the NCAA level.
• Ability to successfully pass NCAA recruiting examination within one month of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Basic familiarity, appreciation, and empathy with the role of intercollegiate athletics and its relationship to the university, and the capacity to articulate that role and interact comfortably with those individuals and constituency groups (student-athletes, alumni, coaches, parents, etc.) crucial to the advancement of athletics at SEU.
• Highly motivated with a capacity for independent work within an intensely goal­oriented environment.
• Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal background check is required.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Actively assist in the planning and direction of the overall practice strategy: Run aspects of practice to include:
  • Instruct student-athletes in positional-specific techniques (preferably guard play)
  • Instruct student-athletes in defensive development
  • instruct student-athletes in tactical strategies
• Make strategic decisions in contest situations.
• Travel nationwide for competition and recruiting.
• Counsel student-athletes concerning academic progress.
• Responsible for regulatory and policy compliance as it applies to the position.

Secondary Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in the overall recruiting strategy and implementation of evaluating, identifying, and recruiting quality student-athletes; correspondence with prospective student-athletes.
• Assist with equipment purchase and organization.
• Assist with camp operations and fundraising.
• Assist in oversight of team travel keeping budget considerations in mind.
• Chronicle and report NCAA-required data to the athletic compliance office.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Supervisory Responsibilities Include:

As a full-time assistant coach, you may be required to supervise a graduate assistant position and/or team manager in execution of tasks.

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The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package!

Medical & Rx Coverage (HSA Available)

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plan - (TIAA) Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%

Tuition Benefits

Paid Holidays

Services & Discounts

HOW TO APPLY

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