Assistant Men's Basketball Coach - Recruit, Develop & Lead

Bergen Community College; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 4,300 - 5,800; Full time

Job summary

Bergen Community College seeks an Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach to support daily operations for NJCAA Division III teams in Paramus, NJ. The role reports to the Director of Athletics and collaborates with the coaching staff to uphold institutional goals with integrity and energy.

Responsibilities include recruiting student-athletes with strong academic focus, assisting in practices and games, and developing long-term player development plans.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma required; associates preferred.
• Experience: coaching or playing experience at high school or college level.
• Certifications: CPR and First Aid; valid New Jersey driver's license.
• Strong communication, leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruit qualified student-athletes with emphasis on academics.
• Organize and train athletes during practices and games; develop players.
• Create long-term player development plans focusing on technical and tactical growth.
• Plan pre/post-season conditioning and promote the program through outreach.
• Motivate teams, manage travel and fundraising activities; ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with athletics staff and college departments; address concerns timely.

Skills

Recruiting

Player development

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

NJ Driver's License

CPR/First Aid certified

Job description

Bergen Community College seeks an Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach to support daily operations for NJCAA Division III teams in Paramus, NJ. The role reports to the Director of Athletics and collaborates with the coaching staff to uphold institutional goals with integrity and energy.

Responsibilities include recruiting student-athletes with strong academic focus, assisting in practices and games, and developing long-term player development plans.