Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator – Montana State – Full-time

School: Montana State University
Position: Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator
Position Type: Full-time
Organization: NCAA
Level: Division I
Conference: Big Sky Conference
Description:

Responsible for directing the Montana State University’s Basketball program in Bozeman, Montana. Responsibilities include: staff management, fiscal management, student-athlete welfare, academic integrity, public relations, sport-specific fund raising, rules compliance, and planning and implementation of practices and game strategies. The Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach reports directly to the Head Women’s Basketball Coach.

  • Promote the philosophy and objectives of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, including adhering to all Departmental, University, Big Sky Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations; cooperate with all coaches and administrative staff within the intercollegiate athletics programs to enhance overall departmental operations.
  • Assist with scouting and recruitment of student-athletes, specifically with on- and off-campus visits of prospective student-athletes, as assigned.
  • Assist in coaching student-athletes including evaluating their performance in practices and competition and providing leadership and instruction in areas of deficiencies, as required.
  • Monitor the conditioning and training of student-athletes in conjunction with the strength and conditioning coaches and athletic training staff. Assist in planning and administering the off-season training program.
  • Counsel team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters, including consulting with the Head Coach, the Academic coordinator, and the respective Sport Administrator and other university administrators to resolve problems. Assist in monitoring the academic progress and eligibility status of student-athletes including class and study hall attendance.
  • Participate in the collection and analysis of tactical and statistical data of opponent’s teams and assist in designing game plans and strategies. Attend coaches preparatory meetings and implement strategies resulting from these meetings. Assist with the development of schedules for practice and competition, as assigned, including interfacing with departmental administrators.
  • Advise and counsel student-athletes regarding their obligations to comply with all rules and regulations related to financial aid and eligibility as well as personal conduct and appearance.
  • Participate in public relations activities, as requested, including granting interviews with newspapers, radio and TV media, attending press conferences, and making public appearances. Consult with assigned sports information staff regarding game preparations and media relations. Represent the Department at professional, civic, charitable, and alumni events, as requested. with planning and coordinating approved fund raising activities, as assigned.
  • Assist with budget preparations, as requested, and operate within approved budget allocations; assist with planning and coordinating approved fund raising activities, as assigned.
  • Assist in coordinating team travel arrangements, as requested. Travel with the team and monitor the conduct of student-athletes.
  • Coordinate with the equipment manager to ensure the necessary athletic equipment is available for scheduled practices and competitive events; monitor the condition of equipment; request repairs or replacement as necessary.
  • Participate in clinics, exhibitions, and camps as approved.
  • Perform all other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach, the sport administrator, and/or the Director of Athletics.
Applicant Information:

Follow link below for official job posting and application information.  Applicants can also email [email protected] (Will be able to interview at Final Four this weekend).

Link: https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/4029
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