Boys Assistant Basketball Coach

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No is seeking an assistant boys basketball coach for the high school program. You will support the head coach, assist in planning practices, drills, and game-day activities, and help foster a positive, competitive athletic environment.

Qualifications include Idaho Teacher Certification or NFHS/ASEP certification and prior playing or coaching experience. Reports to the Athletic Director and Principal; position available ASAP.

Qualifications

• Idaho Teacher Certification or NFHS/ASEP certified.
• Previous playing and/or coaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive relations with student-athletes and staff.
• Cooperate with administration and keep them informed about the program.
• Build a strong coaching staff with defined roles.
• Promote the athletic program and support other coaches.
• Maintain relationships with booster club, parents, and media.
• Align program with school goals and integrity.
• Provide proper supervision and ensure athlete safety during activities.
• Oversee equipment, uniforms, and inventory; manage budget and scheduling.

Skills

Coaching experience

Athletics

Team leadership

Community relations

Education

Idaho Teacher Certification or NFHS/ASEP certification

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Basketball - High School Asst. Boys


• Date Posted: 10/22/2026


• Date Available: asap

***THERE ISN'T A TEACHING ASSIGNMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS POSITION AT THIS TIME***

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Idaho Teacher Certification or NFHS/ASEP certified


• 2. Previous experience as a player and/or coach

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director and Principal

JOB GOAL: To provide student athletes the opportunity to develop an appreciation for the value of competition, discipline, hard work, and sportsmanship while serving as a member of a team where all are working toward a common goal.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. Maintain Professional Relationships

• 1. Develop a plan to maintain positive relations with student-athletes and build high number of student-athletes who participate in the program each year.


• 2. Cooperate with the administration and keep them well-informed about all aspects of the program, particularly potential concerns.


• 3. Build a strong coaching staff that has defined responsibilities, works well together, and supports each other.


• 4. Promote the total athletic program by supporting other coaches and their programs.


• 5. Maintain excellent relationships with the staff, booster club, parents, cheerleaders, music department, media, and the public


• 6. Strive to fit in well at school and help school achieve its goals in the areas.


• 1. Put together a successful all-around sports program that is based on a solid philosophy and is consistently competitive at the regional and state level.


• 2. Teach and demonstrate knowledge of the skills of the sport, including offensive skills, defensive skills, and overall game strategy.


• 3. Demonstrate the ability to develop the student-athletes and team as a whole by preparing athletes physically and emotionally.


• 4. Demonstrate the ability to maintain discipline and control of athletes while teaching fundamental concepts of sportsmanship, citizenship, and fair play.


• 5. Consistently demonstrate the ability to motivate student-athletes to do their best.


• 6. Demonstrate excellent organizational skills to maintain a smooth operating program.

III. Accomplish Management Duties

• 1. Provide proper supervision for student-athletes at all times when they are participating in the program.


• 2. Take steps to prevent, care for, and report injuries, working closely with the trainer.


• 3. Become knowledgeable of and adhere to all IHSAA, district, school, and athletic department policies.


• 4. Provide a program to ensure proper use and care of equipment and uniforms, including an inventory record that is kept up to date.


• 5. Skillfully manage the sports budget, following proper procedures for requesting funds, purchasing, and fund-raising.


• 6. Work closely with the activities director and activities secretary to stay on top of scheduling, busing, fund-raising, student eligibility, facility use, IHSAA reports, etc. Letters of application stating qualifications for specific position

• Current resume


• Two current letters of recommendation - They must be signed