Assistant Mens Basketball Coach- MB3721

Mercy University; Village of Dobbs Ferry (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy University is seeking an assistant basketball program leader to support day-to-day operations, compliance, and student-athlete success. The role includes coordinating scheduling, travel, and team operations while ensuring adherence to NCAA and Mercy policies.

Ideal candidates will have college or high school basketball experience and a Bachelor's degree preferred. You will work closely with campus partners to promote academic progress and program integrity.

Qualifications

• Basketball coaching experience at college or high school level.
• Understanding of NCAA rules and compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the basketball program.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, East Coast Conference, and Mercy University policies.
• Assist in identifying and recruiting academically prepared students.
• Oversee academic oversight of student athletes to support retention and graduation.
• Coordinate scheduling, team travel, and operations.
• Maintain communication with campus community and maintain fiscal integrity.
• Promote diversity and ethical conduct within the program.
• Prepare and submit all required paperwork and adhere to rules and regulations.
• Support a diverse population of student athletes and coaches.

Skills

Basketball coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Assist in providing leadership in all aspects of assigned program.


• Committed to compliance with the NCAA, East Coast Conference, and Mercy University regulations.


• Successful completion of the NCAA certification exam.


• Assist in identifying, evaluating and recruiting academically prepared students in accordance with College policy and NCAA regulations.


• Assist in providing academic oversight of student athletes to ensure retention and graduation.


• Assist in arranging all aspects of scheduling, team travel, team operations etc.


• Maintain open and harmonious communication with facets of campus community.


• Maintain fiscal responsibility and integrity.


• Maintain moral and ethical integrity.


• Participate in community, campus, and departmental initiatives when appropriate.


• Submission of all required requests / paperwork. In addition, commitment in following the letter and spirit of NCAA, Conference, and College rules and regulations.


• Ability to effectively work with a diverse population of student athletes and coaches in a cultural climate that celebrates diversity.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Previous basketball employment at a College and/or High School.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.