Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

University-of-Main; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 1,700 - 2,300; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking an Assistant Coach for our Men’s Basketball program. This temporary, 10-month appointment runs from July 1 through April 30, with a total salary of $2,000 for the full appointment.

The role requires a flexible schedule including practices, games, travel, evenings and weekends. The Assistant Coach will assist with the women’s field hockey program, including coaching, recruitment, team administration, student athlete development, travel and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience coaching women's field hockey.
• Ability to recruit, organize, instruct, and supervise student athletes.
• Ability to create a positive and educational athletic experience.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and supervising team practices and games.
• Assist with coaching and instructing student athletes in basketball skills, strategies, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Assist with recruiting prospective student athletes for the program.
• Promote a positive team environment that supports student athlete growth and development.
• Assist with monitoring student athletes’ academic progress and supporting their success through weekly in-season study halls and referrals to appropriate student resources when needed.
• Assist with submitting team rosters and other required information to the Athletic Director for eligibility review.
• Assist with collecting required student athlete documentation.
• Transport student athletes to and from games as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety protocols and University and departmental policies.

Job description

Join Our Coaching Team at UMA! Assistant Men\u2019s Basketball Coach Needed

The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking an Assistant Coach for our Men\u2019s Basketball program. This position provides an opportunity to help create a positive, supportive experience for student athletes while promoting their athletic, academic, and personal development.

This temporary, 10-month appointment, runs from July 1 through April 30. The salary is $2,000 for the full appointment. This position requires a flexible schedule, including practice, games, travel, evenings and weekends.

The Assistant Men\u2019s Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting with the women's field hockey program, including coaching, recruitment, team administration, student athlete development, travel, and compliance with University and departmental requirements.

The Assistant Coach will:

• Assist with the planning, organizing, and supervision of team practices and games.


• Assist with coaching and instructing student athletes in basketball skills, strategies, teamwork, and sportsmanship.


• Assist with recruiting prospective student athletes for the program.


• Promote a positive team environment that supports student athlete growth and development.


• Assist with monitoring student athletes\u2019 academic progress and supporting their success through weekly in-season study halls and referrals to appropriate student resources when needed.


• Assist with submitting team rosters and other required information to the Athletic Director for eligibility review.


• Assist with collecting required student athlete documentation.


• Transport student athletes to and from games as needed.


• Ensure compliance with applicable safety protocols and University and departmental policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor\u2019s degree or equivalent experience


• Demonstrated experience coaching women's field hockey.


• Ability to recruit, organize, instruct, and supervise student athletes.


• Ability to create a positive and educational athletic experience.


• Valid driver\u2019s license in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience coaching at the collegiate level.


• Experience supporting the personal growth and development of student athletes.


• Experience promoting and supporting student athlete academic success.

Why UMA?

At UMA, we\u2019re dedicated to transforming the lives of students across Maine and beyond through high-quality distance and onsite education, excellence in student support. UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state\u2019s capital, UMA also serves students in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. We provide opportunities at multiple locations and online, making us a top choice for students of all ages.

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