NABC

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• On-site coaching at games and practices, including organization and implementation of daily practices
• Prepare video breakdown and analysis, and present analysis to team members
• Plan and prepare for games
• Contribute to strength and conditioning program, including one-on-one strength and conditioning work with student athletes
• Provide support and encouragement to student athletes, including academic counseling and advising
• Monitor academic progress of athletes
• Recruit and retain talented athletes successfully
• Research academic and athletic credentials
• Build relationships with prospective student athletes and their families through email, phone, and one-on-one meetings
• Organize and implement overnight visits
• Understand NCAA rules, compliance, and laws
• Ensure safety and well-being of student athletes
• Serve as an effective role model for college-age students
• Provide effective communication to head coach
• Collaborate effectively with other Department of Athletics’ team members
• Serve as a coordinator of team travel
• Assist with day-to-day operations of the men’s basketball program
• Position will have a secondary assignment within the department
• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Operates on courts, turf, gyms, weight rooms, and training rooms. General open office and campus environment. Position involves both sitting, movement, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds in coaching and training situations. Frequent travel and early morning/evening/weekend work is required.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby College website. Please submit a letter of interest including salary requirements, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:

Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach - Search Committee Office of Human Resources Colby College 5500 Mayflower Hill Waterville, ME 04901-8855

A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education and experience
• Previous experience coaching and or/competing at the collegiate level is highly desirable
• Committed to the values of a liberal arts education
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering
• Must be organized, take initiative, and utilize strong time management skills
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements
• Ability to travel for team practices, competition, and scouting in and out of state
• Strong positive communication and interpersonal skills with all levels
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to excel as a member of a diverse community