Assistant Basketball Coach/Equipment Manager

Job no: R-0000003178 Position Title: Assistant Basketball Coach/Equipment Manager Faculty or Staff: Staff Full Time or Part Time: Full time In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote: In-Person Minimum Starting Rate of Pay: $54,425.00 (rate commensurate with experience) Start Date: 07/01/2026 The Assistant Basketball Coach/Co-Equipment Manager provides comprehensive support to the intercollegiate basketball program and the Athletics department. The role is responsible for recruiting and mentoring student-athletes, collaborating on team strategies, and overseeing varsity equipment maintenance and inventory. Additionally, the individual teaches Physical Education credits and assists with game management for other varsity sports. This position contributes to the College’s mission by fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that allows student-athletes to grow as individuals and leaders. Assistant Coach Responsibilities Support the head coach in developing and implementing strategies to recruit, mentor, and retain a diverse group of academically and athletically talented student-athletes. Assist the head coach in all aspects of running a competitive collegiate basketball program. Assist with recruiting, including in-person events and tournaments, communication with recruits by email, text, and phone, and logging all recruitment activities within the FrontRush recruiting platform. Attend high school games as assigned by the head coach. Organize and manage training programs for assigned positional groups. Create social media content to highlight the team and support alumni connections and recruiting. Attend and support team needs at all practices and contests. Create a team environment that allows all student-athletes to grow and develop as students, athletes, leaders, and individuals. Promote a culture of health, well-being, and safety in all aspects of the intercollegiate varsity basketball team. Support and execute the head coach’s vision, philosophy, and strategic plan by consistently reinforcing the team’s cultural standards. Assist with the organizing and planning of practices and games. Other duties as assigned by the head coach. Co-Equipment Room Manager Coordinate with the co-equipment room manager to supervise all varsity sport equipment, maintenance, and inventory, including the PAWS mascot program. Supervise varsity team uniforms and inventories. Assist the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Facilities with duties as assigned. Instruction Teach two units of Physical Education activity courses. Game Day Manager Duties Game Day Manager for select home field hockey games. PAWS Mascot Program (Shared Duty) Organize PAWS appearances for home contests and special events. Hire and train student workers to perform PAWS duties. Other Duties as Assigned Participate in Department and College committees as assigned. Other duties as assigned. Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications Required:

BA/BS

Ability to foster positive relationships with student-athletes and promote a positive team culture at a competitive liberal arts college with highly selective academic standards. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to efficiently complete tasks. Member of the NEWMAC and NCAA Division III. CPR/AED certification Valid driver’s license Preferred:

MA/MS

Collegiate coaching and recruiting experience What We Offer 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary) Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Disability and Leave Benefits Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary) Employee Assistance Program Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others) Generous Paid Time Off Access to Kendall Sports & Dance Complex #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.