Job Description

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Columbia College - Columbia, SC 29203

Overview

Position Type Full Time

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Men's Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting with the coaching of the men's basketball program, including practice planning and recruiting. These duties are carried out in an ethical manner consistent with the College's mission, vision, and values, including its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the Head Coach in providing instruction to student-athletes regarding the specific skills needed to play the sport, to build and inspire great teamwork, and for their own character development.
• Assists in the planning, organizing and implementing of inter-collegiate games and practices.
• Assists the Head Coach in building a cohesive and competitive program.
• Assists in supervising and monitoring student-athletes' academic performance.
• Abides by the rules and regulations of the league in which you will be competing.
• Understands and abides by universal standards of confidentiality and ethical decision-making.
• Responsible for assisting the Head Coach with recruiting of student athletes.
• Responsible for taking a leadership role in the athletic program.
• Assists the department with athletic issues as needed.
• Responsible for the training, evaluating, and scheduling of student employees in the basic operation of the laundry, including equipment operation, handling of contaminated goods, stain removal and goods distribution.
• Provides great customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.
• Demonstrates and promotes the College's cultural values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelor's degree in sports management, business, science or closely related field.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation including but not limited to: criminal background check, employment reference checks, and drug/alcohol screening.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of advanced men's basketball coaching experience. College assistant coaching preferred.
• Must have organization, inventory and record-keeping skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours which may include early/late hours, occasional weekends, and the ability to travel.
• Must have a high attention to detail and maintain a personal standard of excellence.
• Must have desire and knowledge to help maintain sports facilities as needed for practice and game day competitions.
• Must be willing to work within and follow the guidelines of the College, and the Department of Athletics at all times.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and accomplish goals.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to handle stress, changing priorities and emergency situations in a calm and efficient manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; excellent interpersonal skills.

Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

If interested in applying for this position, submit résumé, cover letter, the names and contact information of three professional references through the Columbia College website at

If you have any additional questions regarding the position, please contact Ryan Sweeney via email: rsweeney@columbiasc.edu.

Columbia College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, national origin, results of genetic testing or service in the military.

EOE M/F/D/V

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