Westfield State University
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Description
Westfield State University has an immediate opening for an assistant part-time men's basketball coach. Experience in collegiate or high school coaching is preferred, as well as an understanding of a competitive NCAA Division III program. The assistant coach will provide administrative, instructional, and recruiting support services under the direction and supervision of the Head Coach.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with coordinating and performing coaching duties including practices, game preparation, coaching of all student athletes.
- Assist with the development of team strategy and analyze performance of student athletes.
- Assist with scouting, recruiting and retention of student-athletes as directed by the head coach.
- Assist in management of team travel and meal coordination.
- All departmental, Conference and NCAA regulations will be followed.
- Assist in fundraising efforts.
- Assistants may be required to drive a van on occasion.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- All assistant coaches are required to be CPR/AED certified and certification opportunities exist annually within the department.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Possess and maintain CPR/1st Aid/AED certification.
- Valid Driver's license.
- High level of competency in men's basketball skill instruction.
- An understanding of the role of NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with student athletes and staff.