Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach & Athletics Recruitment Coordinator

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category
Staff

Position Title
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach & Athletics Recruitment Coordinator

Working Title
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach & Athletics Recruitment Coordinator

Scheduled Hours Per Week
Salary

FLSA Status
Exempt

Job Summary

Job Summary

Concord University, a member of the Mountain East Conference and NCAA Division II, is seeking a dynamic and motivated professional to serve in a dual role as Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach and Admissions Counselor. This position is designed to support both competitive success within the athletics department and strategic enrollment growth for the institution.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of a competitive basketball program while actively engaging in student recruitment efforts to attract and enroll prospective students to the university.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility

Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach Duties
Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of operating a competitive NCAA Division II basketball program.Plan and conduct practices, skill development sessions, and individual workouts.Scout opponents and prepare game strategies, including film breakdown and analytics.Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes in compliance with NCAA and Mountain East Conference regulations.Monitor academic progress and support retention and graduation of student-athletes.Assist with scheduling, travel logistics, and equipment coordination.Organize and support youth camps, clinics, and community engagement initiatives across southern West Virginia and surrounding regions.Represent the program and university in a professional manner at all times.

% of Time
70%

Duty/Responsibility

Athletics Recruitment Coordinator Duties
Conduct high school visits and represent Concord University at recruitment events to identify and engage prospective student-athletes across all athletic programs.Assist with on-campus visit programs, including tours and open house eventsCollaborate with athletics and academic departments to support recruitment of student-athletes

% of Time
30%

Education/Knowledge

Minimum Education
Bachelor’s

Required Licenses/Certification

Required
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred
Master’s degree.

Required Skills

Required
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.Collegiate playing experience and/or coaching experience in basketball.Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel.Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for recruiting.
Preferred
Master’s degree.Experience coaching or working within NCAA Division II athletics.Previous recruiting experience (athletics or admissions).Knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and Mountain East Conference policies.Experience working with student information systems or CRM platforms (e.g., Slate).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to balance coaching responsibilities with enrollment management duties.Strong relationship-building skills with prospective students, families, and high school personnel.Commitment to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes.Understanding of the role of athletics in supporting enrollment growth at a regional public institution.Strong work ethic and adaptability in a resource-conscious Division II environment.

Required Experience

Type of experience Needed
Collegiate playing experience and/or coaching experience in basketball.

Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)
More than 3 years

Type of experience Needed
Previous recruiting experience (athletics or admissions).

Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)
More than 2 years

Posting Detail Information

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

Additional Information

Concord University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1872 as a state Normal School to prepare teachers, Concord University (CU) is a public, career focused liberal arts institution located in rural southern West Virginia.

Concord University (CU) offers talented individuals a wide array of fulfilling career opportunities from entry through academic or administrative professional levels. To maintain an outstanding talent pool, we employ individuals regionally, nationally, and internationally to attract top candidates.

If you are looking for more than just a job, then I encourage you to browse our website and visit our job opportunities regularly. Learn more about Concord University and why it should be your first choice, not only for quality educational opportunities but also for exemplary employment.

Applications will only be accepted through Concord University’s online application site at https://jobs.concord.edu/. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Concord University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Concord University offers outstanding benefit packages including:
Work week of 37.5 hrs.Holidays – Employees receive 13-14 Paid Holidays AnnuallyAnnual and Sick Leave -Staff earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year.Health Insurance – Concord University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA).Tuition and Fee Waivers- Professional development and education opportunities including tuition waiver program for employees, spouse, and eligible dependents.Retirement Plans – TIAA’s automatic retirement plan is a 401(a) plan into which six (6) percent of the employee’s total salary is automatically withheld pre-tax and deposited into the employee’s TIAA retirement account. The university matches the employees 6% contributionLife Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.Mountaineer Flexible Benefits. This is an IRS approved, tax free account that saves money on eligible health, medical, dental, and dependent care expenses.Annual Increment Pay

Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.concord.edu/postings/3370