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The Associate Head Coach for Men’s Basketball supports the head coach in the planning and operation of the Men’s Basketball program. Their responsibilities include coordinating the recruitment process for prospective student-athletes, assisting with practice and game coaching, alumni engagement and fundraising efforts, and providing guidance to assistant coaches and administrative personnel. Additionally, they act as a liaison with various campus units, such as the Compliance Office, Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine, and Student-Athlete Academic Support. Key responsibilities and accountabilities for the Associate Head Coach may include:

Practice and Game Plan Preparations & Strategies:

Assist head coach in practice and game plans for pre-season, in-season, post-season, and summer training.Develop and teach drills and techniques to advance player development.Analyze and deliver scouting reports to guide strategies for upcoming opponents.Provide real-time in-game assessments to implement necessary strategic adjustments.

Professionalism, Student Experience & Development:

Display professionalism and support the department and basketball program’s core values.Act as a liaison between student-athletes and academic support staff to ensure academic compliance and achievement.Develop and implement leadership programming within the structure of a team environment.

Recruitment of Student-Athletes:

Attend high school and club competitions nationwide to recruit student-athletes who will represent the university both on and off the court.Assess talent, academic profiles, and character to determine the quality and potential of prospects.

Fan Engagement & Fundraising Support:

Collaborate with the department’s fan engagement team to promote the program and games.Assist the head coach in fostering relationships and participating in development activities with alumni and friends of the program.

Personnel Oversight:

Assist in directing and guiding the assistant coaches, director of operations, and student staff in managing the office, practice, travel, and daily program activities.

The Associate Head Coach must also adhere to university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations while assisting in overseeing the activities of assistant coaches, staff, and student-athletes. They actively participate in and support fundraising efforts to build attendance, spirit, and financial support for the program.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of coaching experience, or equivalent combination of education and playing/coaching experienceExperience contributing to a positive student-athlete experience with a commitment to the health and safety of student-athletes and staff.  Proven success in coaching, recruiting, and in working with student athletesKnowledge of NCAA and Ivy League rules and regulations, and a strong commitment to rules complianceExperience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.

Preferred Qualifications:

4 or more years of successful coaching experience at an NCAA Division I institution.

   

University Job Title:

Assistant Coach I, Men's Basketball

Job Family:

Athletics & Physical Education

Level:

E

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

Refer to Posting Language

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Caleb Yu

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2025-05-28