An Assistant Men's Basketball Coach in the Fisk University Department of Athletics is expected to reflect and carry out the wishes of the Head Men's Basketball Coach's vision and expectations according to the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the Athletics Department, Fisk University, and any regulatory body to which the University's Athletics program subscribes. The expectation of this position aligns with the best interest of the University and its students being first and foremost in the operation of component activities. Assistant coaches are the most visible representatives of the University and are held to the highest standard of scrutiny and expectations.
Fisk University is a member of the NAIA and the HBCU Athletic Conference. Fisk University is committed to student success in the classroom as well as in competition and expects to be competitive in those sports that it offers.
Essential Functions
Receive direction and supervision from the Head Coach on issues including but not limited to:
Recruitment of student-athletes.
Provide monthly recruiting updates to the Director of Athletics and Admissions designee.
Assist in the preparation and execution of practices and game plans.
Prepare team travel arrangements for team away games.
Attend and work all home games, matches, and meets when not competing.
Work with Sports Information Director to manage home game set-up.
Attend staff, admissions, athletic conferences, and institutional meetings/events when required.
Manage player develop skill development, team management, service and outreach projects, and academic monitoring.
Promote and foster a positive learning experience for student-athletes.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, in a directly related field is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of progressively more responsible professional experience in the area of athletics and coaching is desired.
Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-quality student athletes from diverse backgrounds.
Exceptional and effective communication skill
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Possess knowledge of fundamental techniques and skills of Basketball and be able to demonstrate and instruct those fundamentals, techniques, and skills in such a manner as to be understood by student-athletes in the program.
Able to professionally communicate effectively verbally and in writing, interpersonally, as well as public speaking.
Possess the desire to assist student-athletes in their development both athletically and academically.
Able to work within the framework of a team-oriented work environment.
Able to work flexible hours.
Possess commitment to the student-athlete experience.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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