To assist the Head Coach in maintaining a highly competitive and NCAA compliant Division I men's basketball program, which includes: contributing to the recruitment process of prospective student-athletes, practice planning and execution, in-game coaching, self and opponent scouting and player development. In addition, fulfill all media requirements to promote the men's basketball program and Northeastern University. Finally, the Assistant Coach will serve as a liaison between the men's basketball program and all university support staff to ensure academic and fiscal integrity and competitive excellence.
Qualifications
Candidate must have prior Division I basketball experience, demonstrate knowledge and respect for the NCAA rules and procedures. The candidate must share the standards and values upheld by the University and the men's basketball program. Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as prior experience in a leadership role are recommended. Must have a schedule that will meet the demands of the program in and out of a season. Bachelor's degree required. Travel is required. Master's degree preferred.
Responsibilities Include
Utilize educational programs and services to bring state-of-the-art player development techniques and drills into practice plans and execution.
Create scouting reports using video, statistics, and analytics to prepare game-plans for players and staff and contingency plans for the Head Coach to use during a game.
Assist in marketing efforts to promote the program amongst the campus community.
Act as a liaison between the student-athletes and academic support staff to ensure academic compliance.
Visit high schools and attend NCAA certified recruiting events throughout the country in an effort to recruit/evaluate student-athletes who will best represent Northeastern University both on and off the court.
Position Type
Athletics
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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