Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

About the role

Under the direction of the Head Men’s Basketball Coach, the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach assists in the administration and leadership of Johnson C. Smith University’s NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball program. The role involves coaching, recruiting, player development, and ensuring compliance with CIAA, NCAA, and university policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and instruction to student-athletes.
• Assist in recruiting, including maintaining compliance paperwork for off-campus recruiting, unofficial/official visits, and roster management.
• Facilitate player development, including out-of-season planning and workouts.
• Prepare practice schedules, scouting reports, and game-day logistics (e.g., locker room organization, travel, and lodging for official visits).
• Oversee equipment, supplies, and uniforms, including purchasing, inventory, and issuance.
• Monitor and support student-athletes’ academic progress, assisting with placement at four-year institutions.
• Coordinate community service activities and supervise athletes during practices and events.
• Ensure facility security and submit required forms (e.g., rosters, award forms, travel requests, expense reports).
• Manage physical examination forms and coordinate injuries with the training staff.
• Attend athletic department meetings and represent the program with professionalism, including awards presentations.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, subordinates, and student-athletes while demonstrating sportsmanlike conduct.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Work Environment

This role involves indoor and outdoor work, including exposure to inclement or hot weather. Frequent travel, extended days, and weekend/evening hours are required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in sports, physical education, or a related field.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Teams, Excel, Word).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet multiple deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Three years of experience working with college-age athletes.
• Three years of experience with NCAA and CIAA policies.
• Three years of experience recruiting collegiate athletes at the NCAA level.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit student-athletes with academic and athletic potential.
• Familiarity with NCAA Compliance Assistant, Front Rush, or related systems.