Susquehanna University Hiring for Staff – Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach at Selinsgrove, PA Full Time

Staff – Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach

Position Approval Date:

05/22/2023

Is this position budgeted?:

Yes

Is this position an essential position?:

No

About Susquehanna:

As a living, learning and working community, Susquehanna University affirms its commitment to being an engaged, culturally inclusive campus. As we seek to embody the rich diversity of the human community, we commit ourselves to the full participation of persons who represent the breadth of human difference. The university encourages candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Susquehanna University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Susquehanna University is a national liberal arts college committed to excellence in educating students for productive, creative and reflective lives of achievement, leadership and service in a diverse, dynamic and interdependent world. Its more than 2,300 undergraduates come from 35 states and 22 countries, and all students study away through Susquehanna’s unique Global Opportunities program. Susquehanna University’s 325 acre campus, noted for its beauty, is located in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, 50 miles north of Harrisburg in the scenic Susquehanna River Valley, about a three hour drive from Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and New York City. For more information, please visit https://www.susqu.edu.

Position Summary:

Job SummaryThe Assistant Basketball Coach reports to the Head Coach in all aspects of the program including: plan practices and game strategies, game day responsibilities, operations, video coordinator, analytics and recruiting qualified student-athletes in concert with the academic mission of the University. The position is a one-year appointment through the end of the academic year, renewability is based on budget and Executive Leadership approval. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under FLSA regulations.

Specific Responsibilities

• Act us back-up to the Head Coach when needed.
• Attend events throughout the Spring and Summer to identify prospects for SU MBB representing the MBB program, River Hawk athletics, and Susquehanna University in a positive and professional manner
• Recruiting quality student-athletes in concert with the mission of the University both off and on campus utilizing Just Play Solutions, Synergy, and Front Rush database platforms.
• Assist with on campus visits including leading tours; meet with prospective student athletes and parents.
• Assisting in planning and conducting practices; scouting opponents and developing game strategies; mentoring and counseling student-athletes. developing and maintaining positive team culture and chemistry.
• Be a position coach for our post players, doing daily individual work with them outside of practice using skill work and video work.
• Assist in fundraising and community service activities.
• Coordinate the spring youth tournament and the fall fund raising campaign, including ticket sales, etc.
• Be responsible with in game coaching; supervise student managers and work with equipment manager to address any issues.
• Monitor all first-year players’ academic progress; Meet w first year students and help plan out their calendar for their first semester.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Coach in a positive, motivating manner
• Familiarity with applicable University, Landmark Conference, and NCAA regulations.
• Deep understanding of and passion for the game of Basketball;
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build strong collaborative relationships.
• Requires ability to multi-task and attend to detail.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. .
• Ability to work with current students and parents, prospective students and parents, and staff and faculty in a professional manner.
• Ability to use technology and equipment specific to the sport.

Required Qualifications:

Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree with no experience OR three years of coaching/playing experience required. Additional Requirements

• This position requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to drive and qualify under the university’s insurance carrier when driving a university and/or leased vehicle.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certification is preferred.
• This role is identified as one that includes significant interaction with students and/or campus activities, and/or has oversight for disciplinary procedures. Therefore, you are considered a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and required to report any Clery Act crime disclosed to you and remain compliant with annual CSA training requirements.

Physical DemandMust possess the physical stamina to effectively coach the sport. Position requires the ability to move about the campus. Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction. Position requires manual dexterity and the ability to use fingers, hands, and arms to feel, handle, and reach. Position requires walking and occasional stooping, crouching, and bending. Position requires occasional lifting and pushing. Talking: Frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly. Working conditions are indoors.Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Number of Months:

10 months

Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks) :

40

Posting Date:

05/22/2023

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full Time

Open Until Filled:

No

Anticipated Start Date:

08/01/2023

Posting Number:

AH00937