Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach (Creative Design)

Job Description

Department:   Athletics & Recreation

Reports to:      Head Men's Basketball Coach

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist in the recruitment of student athletes. Ensure compliance with NCAA guidelines for contacting and entertaining prospects. Work closely with Offices of Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions to ensure selection of appropriate student athletes for Stevens
• Work with the Head Coach in scheduling and conducting regular practice sessions as permitted by NCAA rules and regulations. Develop and implement strategies for motivating student athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and a team.
• Assist in game preparation that includes film breakdown of opponents, developing and providing written scouting reports, and other tasks related to opponent scouting.
• Provide guidance and instruction in the athletic development of student athletes, including mentoring team members in academic disciplinary and personal matters, when appropriate. Always send situations to the appropriate professional on campus when necessary.
• Expected to diligently contribute to team social media accounts.

• Complete all required departmental and institutional training and certification programs and participate in available professional development opportunities.
• Assist the head coach in monitoring the eligibility status and academic progress of the team.
• Responsible for travel arrangements including lodging, meals, team practices, and meetings.
• Coordinate all social media for the team.
• Work with the head coach to initiate and coordinate the selection, purchase, fitting, and maintenance of team equipment to include uniforms, equipment, and supplies.
• Provide support in carefully tracking expenditures for all team accounts to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Assist with approved fund-raising activities as requested and coordinate all such efforts through the Director of Athletics and Office of Development and Alumni Engagement.
• Confirm that sport camps and clinics related to the sport program adhere to NCAA and institutional rules and regulations.
• Compile data and reports in a timely fashion when requested by the head coach or any senior level administrator.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-service education sessions, and other divisional or departmental meetings.
• Participate in other department initiatives, programs, and committees as required.
• Complete all required departmental and institutional training and certification programs and participate in available professional development opportunities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned, including a required secondary role within the department.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.

Experience

• Prior coaching experience is required.
• Prior coaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.

Specific Skills:

• Communicate effectively and professionally, including written, interpersonal, and public speaking.
• Must be willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Specialized Licenses

• First Aid, CPR, and AED training certification are required.

Department

Mens Basketball Office

Compensation Range

In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $35,600.00 - $45,066.67. This range represents the University's good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at:

Benefits Guidebook

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