This candidate will have the honor of joining an ever improving Division II Basketball program at D’Youville University. The Assistant Coach will have the opportunity to develop and grow the program from year to year through refining and enhancing the culture, tradition, and expectations of all athletic programs at D’Youville. Reporting to the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach is responsible for the supporting of a competitive Basketball program within NCAA guidelines and D’Youville. General tasks include all aspects of managing and coaching a collegiate Basketball program. Specific tasks performed: Contribute to the educational mission of D’Youville by offering leadership that reflects D’Youville Athletics commitment to excellence, integrity, and respect. Assist and collaborate with head coach in planning and executing training session, strategies and game day plans. Work on skill development sessions for individual players, focusing on technique, strength, conditioning and overall performance. Assist in identifying and recruiting talented athletes through attending games, tournaments and recruitable events. Analyze opponents and assist in developing game plans, strategies and tactics through film review with head coach, small groups or one on one film sessions. Support administrative tasks to help with duties such as scheduling, organizing travel arrangements, equipment orders and team meals and supervision of players on the road Ensure compliance with NCAA, Conference and institutional rules and regulations. Plan and participate community engagement through outreach programs and activities to promote the team and engage with local organizations. Continue to learn and stay up to date with latest skill and coaching techniques, trends and methodologies through professional development opportunities. Coordinate with athletic administration on eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with NCAA rules and regulations. Monitor student-athlete academic performance and utilizes campus resources to assist in student athlete academic progress. Maintain a positive and constructive working relationship with support staff in athletic communications, athletic training, facilities, compliance, admissions, and athletic advancement, to assist in implementation of an efficient and effective program and department. Collaborate with head coach to develop annual goals for the program. Become an advocate and expert of the D’Youville mission, community, and academic standards on and off campus. Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of coaching and teaching techniques to effectively create and establish program culture. Knowledge of recruiting techniques and the ability to effectively use them. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary. Sufficient with Hudl and Synergy Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required Collegiate playing or one year experience coaching Basketball, at the collegiate level is preferred. Must have knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, demonstrated knowledge of basic principles of coaching/team supervision, the ability to effectively coordinate recruiting activities, and the ability to maintain team discipline and instill proper ethical and moral standards.
D’Youville is a highly regarded private university and research institution with a rich history located on the vibrant West Side of Buffalo adjacent to a growing downtown with year-round cultural events and outdoor recreation. While preparing students for the 21st-century, D’Youville excels at helping students reach their career goals as change agents, doing well for themselves and their communities by doing good. Under the leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, the university is moving boldly forward through a dynamic and integrated planning process to strengthen the institution and positively impact the student experience and surrounding community.
Founded in 1908, the Grey Nuns named the college after the Patron Saint Marguerite D’Youville and committed to making it a compassionate place of learning for those from underrepresented populations. That commitment and tradition continue today. D’Youville was the first college in Western New York to offer baccalaureate degree programs for women. With a long Catholic history, D’Youville welcomes students of every culture, background, and faith and is a place where different faith traditions can be openly shared and respected. Coeduca...tional since 1971, D’Youville strives to expand opportunities for diverse learners, including adults, first-generation, low-income, and other students historically underrepresented in higher education.
Today, D’Youville features an urban, growing campus community of 3,000 students and offers more than 50 majors in undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies including advanced certificates and accelerated learning programs. Featuring degrees in healthcare, business, and the liberal arts, D’Youville encourages students to balance their learning with activities that integrate community service with coursework. D’Youville’s proud graduates have the academic strengths necessary for careers that make a difference and the skills to be leaders for the world.
