Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball

Job Description Assistant Men's Basketball Coach position to assist the Head Men's Basketball Coach with all phases of a Division I Men's Basketball program, demonstrating strong commitment to the athletic and academic development of student-athletes and possessing excellent organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities Assist with the development and implementation of a recruiting program consistent with institutional, conference, and NCAA rules designed to recruit student-athletes who possess the academic and athletic skill needed to be successful at Bellarmine University, as well as regionally and nationally. Aid in recruiting high-level prospective student-athletes, including daily recruiting efforts, evaluating talent, coordinating depth charts, planning recruiting trips for staff, coordinating PSA campus visits, general correspondence, and all tasks related to identifying elite athletes. Assist in planning and coordinating in-season and out-of-season practices, including individual skill instruction and teamwork sessions, focusing on developing athletic skills to compete at the Division I level. Provide on-court instruction to men's basketball student-athletes in any position to enhance team performance. Assist in the planning and implementing game plans for each game, including development of opponents' scouting reports. Monitor the academic progress of the men's basketball student-athletes and effectively communicate with the Athletics Academic Advisor to ensure any academic concerns are being addressed. Assist in scheduling games as directed by the Head Coach. Participate in fundraising activities for the men's basketball program (camps/showcases) and/or Department of Athletics. Promote a culture of inclusion, working effectively within a diverse cultural environment. Abide by and comply with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Conference rules, academic standards, requirements, and policies of the Department of Athletics and University. Contribute to the overall success of the University's intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Personal athletic experience as a collegiate or professional basketball player or in a related field. Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Bellarmine is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply. Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.