Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

JOB DESCRIPTION

Newberry College (NCAA D2), located in Newberry, SC, is seeking applicants for our Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach position. The selected candidate will ensure the team operates and conducts themselves within the ideals, goals, rules and regulations set forth by Newberry College, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the South Atlantic Conference (SAC). The successful candidate will embrace and promote the mission of Newberry College. This position reports directly to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach. The successful candidate will provide leadership, organization, supervision, instruction, and strategic planning for the Wolves men’s basketball team

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Create an atmosphere that emphasizes the student-athlete experience.
• Construct a plan to ensure academic success and personal development of student-athletes
• Meet recruiting and retention goals.
• Ensure each student-athlete has a pathway towards graduation.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit academically prepared student-athletes in accordance with college policy and NCAA regulations.
• Establish an effective communication plan with student-athletes.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head Men’s Basketball Coach.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, and previous collegiate men’s basketball coaching or playing experience is preferred. Upon employment, the candidate must successfully complete the NCAA certification exam.

APPLICATION
Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Any offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law or university policies. To apply for the position, send resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to:

Marcus Kirkland
Men’s Basketball Coach
[email protected]