Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball

Position Summary:

The primary responsibility of the assistant Men’s basketball coach is to provide general management and development of the assigned sports team, while promoting a balance between athletics and academics. Overall responsibilities include coaching in-season practices and contests and scouting upcoming opponents. The successful candidate will work closely and effectively with the head men’s basketball coach and athletics administrators.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and execution of in-season and off-season practices.
• Study/ watch opponents game film. Lead film session with team breaking down game film. Have on court time going over opponents sets (offensive and defensive) and how to counter.
• Work alongside head men’s basketball coach and student athletes to monitor academic performance and eligibility.

• Adhere to all Yankee Small College Conference and United States Collegiate Athletic Association guidelines.

• Assist in execution of both in and off-season training program with guidance from the Head Athletic Trainer.
• Work in compliance with the Head Athletic Trainer and Team Physician(s) regarding student athlete’s care.
• Assist in development and execution of community service and fundraising efforts for program.
• Support roles in athletic department (i.e., game day administration).
• Communicate with a variety of groups including student-athletes, coaches, administration, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of sport and its rules and regulations
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning related to sport
• Maintain proper coaching certifications. Seek out and attend professional development opportunities

• Ability to actively participate in practice sessions

• Knowledge of YSCC, USCAA, NCAA, ECAC rules and regulations
• Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of groups including student-athletes, coaches, administration, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s preferred
• Previous Collegiate, club, or high school coaching experience required
• CPR and AED certifications. May obtain during employment

• Appropriate Coaching certifications

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Additional Information:

This part-time position is based in Albany, NY. The duties and responsibilities of this role require the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or interaction with our community, requiring all work to be performed on-site. The position also requires availability and willingness to enthusiastically work evenings and weekends, as needed, for success. Additional details pertaining to this position with be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits:

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time. Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.

ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.