Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Austin Community College; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College in Dayton, Ohio seeks an assistant men's basketball coach to report to the head coach and engage in all aspects of the men's basketball program. The role demands effective instruction, training, and coaching of student-athletes alongside responsibilities such as recruitment, program management, and compliance.

The ideal candidate should possess at least a Bachelor's degree, 3 years of collegiate coaching experience, and a proven ability in recruiting. Emphasis on leadership, sportsmanship, and inclusivity reflects the College's core values.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience as a men’s basketball coach at the collegiate or professional level.
• Proven ability to successfully recruit quality student-athletes.
• Valid driver’s license and maintains a low risk driving record.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and train student-athletes in basketball skills.
• Assist in recruitment and program leadership.
• Manage travel arrangements and video needs.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to recruit quality student-athletes

Coaching at collegiate/professional level

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The assistant men's basketball coach reports directly to the head coach and participates in nearly all aspects of the men’s basketball program and its players. The assistant coach primarily instructs, trains and coaches student‑athletes about the collegiate game and skills required to be a Division I athlete, and also instructs student‑athletes for purposes of academic, social development, compliance requirements, and safety and health considerations. The assistant coach assists the head coach in recruiting quality student‑athletes; in program leadership, including on matters such as team composition, competition strategies and peak performance. The assistant coach assists in the program’s operations, including travel arrangements and video needs. The assistant coach performs additional duties related to coaching (e.g., budget management, equipment procurement, donor relations, etc.) as assigned by the head coach.

University of Dayton employees are expected to comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations governing the University, the NCAA and the Atlantic 10 Conference. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate expertise in all aspects of coaching student athletes and a commitment to the highest ideals of leadership, sportsmanship and academics with demonstrated and successful experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 3 years experience as a men’s basketball coach at the collegiate level or professional level
• Proven ability to successfully recruit quality student‑athletes
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license, maintains a low risk driving record and is able to be insured by the university

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• 5+ years experience as a men’s basketball coach at the Division I level or professional level
• Former Division I student‑athlete in men’s basketball
• Experience working with socially and culturally diverse communities

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.