Assistant Men's Basketball Coach - Westfield State University

Job Description:

Campus Title: Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Department: Athletics

FLSA Status: Exempt

Funding: Contract

Job Type: Part-Time, No Benefits

Timeframe: Academic Calendar

Shift: TBD

Supervision Received: Reports directly to the Head Men's Basketball Coach

Supervision Exercised: Members of the Westfield State men's basketball team and team managers.

Salary: $4,000.00 Stipend

General Statement of Duties:

Westfield State University has an immediate opening for an assistant part-time men's basketball coach. Experience in collegiate or high school coaching is preferred, as well as an understanding of a competitive NCAA Division III program. The assistant coach will provide administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services under the direction and supervision of the Head Coach.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include but not limited to:

Essential:

• Assist with coordinating and performing coaching duties including practices, game preparation, coaching of all student athletes.

• Assist with the development of team strategy and analyze performance of student athletes.

• Assist with scouting, recruiting and retention of student-athletes as directed by the head coach.

• Assist in management of team travel and meal coordination.

• All departmental, Conference and NCAA regulations will be followed.

• Assist in fundraising efforts.

• Assistants may be required to drive a van on occasion.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

• All assistant coaches are required to be CPR/AED certified and certification opportunities exist annually within the department.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree

• Possess and maintain CPR/1st Aid/AED certification.

• Valid Driver's license

• High level of competency in men's basketball skill instruction.

• An understanding of the role of NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics.

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with student athletes and staff.

Preferred Qualification:

• One to three years of experience coaching at the high school or college level.

Additional Information:

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Application Instructions:

An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Contact information for three references *

• Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree

• Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.

Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected.

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