Assistant Coach

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) invites applications for a part‑time Assistant Coaching position in the volleyball, wrestling, basketball, baseball, and softball programs. The assistant coach assists the Head Coach in developing student‑athletes in accordance with Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) standards and BBCC’s guiding principles. The role is part‑time, seasonal, and covers September through June. It is overtime‑exempt and offers a pro‑rated stipend of up to $4,000. Responsibilities Provide quality coaching and instruction to student‑athletes participating in the program; develop, implement, and teach training sessions and techniques. Assist the Head Coach in teaching individual skills and strategies; build, develop, and evaluate teamwork; develop and enforce training rules. Assist in maintaining BBCC athletic facilities used by the program. Assist in the supervision of student‑athletes on trips and onsite during all program‑related practices, games, and functions. Monitor and support the academic performance, leadership, and progress of student athletes with an emphasis on retaining student athletes throughout the year. Scout and recruit student athletes who are qualified both academically and athletically for intercollegiate competition. Work cooperatively with the head coach to maintain and retain records on students, including athletic eligibility budgets, recruitment, and transportation. Serve as a role model to assist team members in developing and displaying appropriate attitudes and behavior expected of athletic teams and individuals representing BBCC. Assist head coach in providing post‑season evaluation of all players. Establish, develop, and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with high school coaches and programs. Conduct intercollegiate programs in accordance with NWAC and college rules and regulations. Fully participate in athletics activities including departmental meetings, outreach and fundraising events, and other relevant functions as needed and requested. Assist in organizing fundraising activities to enhance and develop athletic programs. Behave in a manner consistent with the NWAC codebook, including the NWAC coach’s code of conduct, coach’s standards and procedures, concussion management, and required tests. Follow all BBCC guidelines, administrative procedures, and policies surrounding athletics and the BBCC Athletic Trainer. Promote BBCC athletic programs in the community college district. Maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, ability, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to coach students effectively and evaluate their performance in the assigned activity. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, professional colleagues from other colleges and the public. Personal attributes necessary to motivate students and guide the development of appropriate behaviors and values. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse socioeconomic, academic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Ability to work closely with students to achieve their educational goals. Knowledge of principles of athletic conditioning, including weight training and athletic training. Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience as a player or coach in the chosen sport. Current First Aid/CPR certification (or will obtain if selected). Valid unrestricted Washington State driver’s license. Experience working within a diverse environment, inclusive of individuals of varying social, ability, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds. Desirable Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Coaching and/or playing experience at the collegiate level. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with faculty, students, and staff within a campus community and foster positive resolutions when conflicts occur. Teaching and team‑building experience related to student athletes. Program fundraising and development experience. Ability to use a personal computer, Microsoft Office products, and database programs. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency. Other Aspects of the Position Must be available for recruiting, practices, and games during weekday afternoons, evenings, and weekends during the school year. Must be able to work hours required for coaching, recruiting, classes/practices, and competition (including evenings and weekends). Must be familiar with the BBCC Student Athlete Code of Conduct. Equal Opportunity Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitisC, genetic information, or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification. #J-18808-Ljbffr