Temporary Assistant Coach I, Men's Basketball

Palm Beach State College; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks a dedicated assistant/intercollegiate athletic coach to support the head coach in managing a competitive program. You will develop drills, oversee practices and contests, and help recruit student athletes while ensuring compliance with college and conference rules.

The role emphasizes athlete development, academic progress, and collaboration with athletics staff. This stipend-based, temporary position requires travel, strong leadership, and a commitment to student

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related field and 1+ year athletic coaching experience.
• Knowledge of policies, rules, and regulations of the FCSAA and NJCAA.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application.
• Strong leadership, communication, and time-management abilities; ability to travel and recruit.

Responsibilities

• Develops and runs drills, practice games, or training and conditioning exercises.
• Oversees practices and contests, ensures positive experience for student athletes.
• Aids in recruitment planning to enroll student athletes and sustain a competitive program.
• Supports fundraising and community service opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Travel & recruitment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Job Summary: Under direct supervision, works with the head coach to manage and develop a competitive intercollegiate team. Develops and maintains relationships with potential and current athletes to encourage enrollment and academic success. Ensures that all programs and activities comply with institutional and conference rules and policies. This is a temporary position paid as a stipend. Work hours may vary based on team schedule.

Vary Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and runs drills, practice games, or training and conditioning exercises.
• Works with the head coach to oversee practices and scheduled contests to provide a positive and competitive experience for student athletes; in absence of the head coach the assistant coach assumes full responsibility for the team.
• Aids in the development of a recruitment plan to identify and enroll student athletes that will create and sustain a successful, competitive athletic program.
• Supports the head coach and department in developing fundraising and community service opportunities.
• Fosters the personal development and competitive spirit of the student athletes while supporting their educational experience.
• Emphasizes and promotes academic progress, resulting in strong academic performance, retention and graduation rates.
• Attends recruitment trips as needed to recruit student athletes to develop a successful, competitive athletic program.
• Supervises the team at all off campus competitions.
• Enforces the rules and regulations of the team, the department, and the College.
• Provides recommendations to the head coach on team line ups' and game strategy.
• Represents the College and team at all appropriate athletic events (e.g. competitions, conferences, and college sanctioned programs).
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Teaches assigned fundamentals and skills during practice and games.
• Assesses player's skills and keeps the head coach informed of the athletic performance of students.
• Models professional behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Cooperates with the athletic administration in the implementation of department policies
• Assists in the direction of the program within the scope of the Intercollegiate Athletics Program
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Associate’s degree in related field of study 1+ year of related athletic coaching experience
• Knowledge of: Policies, rules, and regulations of the FCSAA and NJCAA
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
• Skill in: Developing and motivating student athletes academically and athletically Strong leadership Verbal and written communication Attention to detail Problem/situation analysis Effective task management Ability to: Travel and recruit student athletes Maintain effective working relationships. Demonstrate critical thinking & interpersonal skills Work with diverse populations and varying education levels Prioritize assignments, workload, and time management
• Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid driver's license CPR/AED certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree Collegiate coaching experience

Work Environment and Physical Demand

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds.
• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds.
• Reach and grasp objects.
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Use of video display terminal.
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color.
• Communicate information orally and in writing.
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication.
• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury.
• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions.
• Risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Operate motor vehicle.
• Work a fluctuating work schedule.

About the College

Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs. With over 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer Per the Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as 'the Sunshine Laws,' all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record. Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided. The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

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Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation. An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled.