Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball

SUMMARY STATEMENT

The Assistant Coach position is responsible for assisting the Head Coach with all aspects of running a college sports team/program. Responsibilities include recruitment, practice management, game management, academic monitoring and fundraising. Hagerstown Community College participates in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Maryland Junior College Athletic Conference.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

A. The Basketball Assistant Coach reports directly to and is responsible to The Director of Athletics and ARCC.

B. The position provides supervision to student athletes. 

C. The Basketball Assistant Coach coordinates most closely with the Head Coach and the Director of Athletics and ARCC.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Assists the Head Coach in all aspects of athletic program development.

A. Works within HCC’s and the Athletic Department’s policies and procedures to accomplish goals.

B. Demonstrate values of a life-long learner and focuses on student success academically before team success.

C. Assist the Head Coach with recruitment of student athletes from HCC’s service area that are capable of benefiting from a community college education and athletic program. 

1. Assess the physical abilities, academic background and personal character of the senior athletes in HCC’s service area.

2. Initiate personal contact with the high school coaches and each athlete.

D. Assist the Head Coach in conducting well organized practices and provides for the physical conditioning and skill training for each athlete. 

E. In conjunction with the Coordinator of Athletic Advising and Eligibility, monitor academic progress student athletes.

F. Develop an understanding of student financial aid options and works with the Director of Athletics & ARCC to obtain updates that may impact player eligibility.

G. Assist athletes in transferring to a four-year institution in cooperation with the Coordinator of Athletic Advising and Eligibility. 

H. Serve as a positive role model for student athletes. 

I. Uses the dedicated service approach and a high level of respect, tact and courtesy in dealing with student athletes, other coaching staff, officials, college staff members and the community. 

J. Possess good work habits such as punctuality, attendance, dependability, cooperation and enthusiasm. 

K. Be familiar with college policies and have a professional knowledge of the employee and student handbooks as well as the academic and college calendars.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Bachelor’s degree is required or the willingness to work towards degree if hired; Master’s is preferred. Preference given to individuals with continuing education experience; minimum of 3-5 years program development experience; experience and training must provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will have education and experience that includes excellent organizational, management and communication skills. Specific skills include: program management, strategic planning, budgeting and human and materials resource management; process analysis and improvement; coaching; effective written an oral communication skills; marketing and sales; networking; negotiating; ability to work individually as well as a member of a team; research and data analysis; computer literacy; and knowledge of and adherence to a variety of professional governing board policies , procedures, and documentation requirements.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

Must be able to lift 40 lbs.; Driver’s license required

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Normal office environment, travel required, some evening and weekend hours required.  Must be able to work flexible hours.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For more information on this position and to formally apply, please visit HCC's employment page at https://secure10.saashr.com/ta/6160104.careers?ApplyToJob=705314241&full_apply=&jobid=705314241. 

Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Office at 240-500-2585 or email hr@hagerstowncc.edu.