Lees-McRae College
Description
Reporting to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach, the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting with the goals of guiding and building an elite-level NCAA Division II program. This requires the promotion of academic achievement and character of the student-athlete, fans, and the overall College community.
Essential Functions:
- Assisting with overall management of the Men’s Basketball program, establishing and adhering to policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines in compliance with the policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines of all College, NCAA, State, and Federal Laws.
- Recruit elite-level prospective student-athletes that will excel within the College framework and make successful progress toward graduation.
- Monitor academic progress and the retention of students affiliated with the Men’s Basketball program, implementing action plans in collaboration with the Faculty Athletic Representative and Burton Center for Student Success.
- Formulate an effective philosophy to promote the educational welfare and sportsmanship of the student-athlete in alignment with the College’s mission.
- Assume responsibility for sportsmanship, conduct, and academic progress of all students affiliated with the Men’s Basketball program.
- Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and Conference Carolinas regulations.
- Oversee communication with recruits, player evaluations, official visits, and try-outs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Three-five years of coaching at the college level or extensive high school coaching experience.
- Experience with budget development and management.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable with a student-centered approach and strong customer service skills.