Athletics - Men's Basketball - Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (Full Time)

Title: Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

Department: Athletics

Employment Status:  Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Head Basketball Coach

Job Purpose:
Assist the Head Coach with the administration of all aspects of a competitive Division I Men’s Basketball program. Responsibilities include assisting with practice and competition coaching, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes. Additional duties include participation in College fundraising activities, enrollment management, and the promotion of community relations. Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Essential Functions Coaching

• Communicate effectively with department colleagues and student-athletes.
• Assist with the organization and administration of all aspects of the program.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of a program competitive within the conference.
• Create a safe and positive environment for student-athletes to excel.
• Emphasize the Wagner Student-Athlete Ethics & Expectations.
• Practice good sportsmanship and maintain professional conduct.

Recruit and Retain Student-Athletes

• Recruit (evaluations and contacts) and retain athletically and academically qualified student-athletes.
• Support each student-athlete’s academic achievement.
• Adhere to NCAA, conference, institutional, and department policies and procedures.
• Pass the annual NCAA Coaches Certification Test.
• Maintain required documentation for institutional and NCAA rules compliance.

Administration

• Support the Head Coach with coordinating a competitive schedule and ensuring NCAA sponsorship minimums are met.
• Assist with team practices.
• Communicate effectively with the Head Coach, sport administrator, facilities personnel, medical staff, sports information office, and academic services.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility with budget management.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for business expenditures and NCAA rules compliance.
• Assist with arranging team travel and procuring equipment needs.
• Maintain on-campus office hours.

Public Relations

• Promote a positive image of Wagner College at all times.
• Support team Life Skills and community relations projects.
• Assist the sports information office with publicity needs.
• Support marketing efforts through appearances and promotions.

Fundraising

• Support fundraising activities of the Seahawk Club and the College.

Non-Essential Functions

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise student workers, interns, or other assigned personnel.

Qualifications:

Work Experience:

• 1–2 years of relevant collegiate coaching or playing experience preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• NCAA certification requirements must be maintained.

Desired Work Traits:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to student-athlete development and academic success.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and professionalism.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, email, recruiting databases, and video/scouting software preferred.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with students, staff, alumni, and external stakeholders.

Special Considerations:

• Evening, weekend, and holiday hours required based on team schedules, travel, and competition.
• Travel required for recruiting and team competition.

Nothing in this job description restricts Management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.