Assistant Men/Women Basketball Coach

Job Purpose :

Assists the head coaches with organizing daily operations of the basketball program. Position assists with conducting practices and workouts, instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques, and guiding student athletes toward successful completion of their degree program.

This is a 10 Month Contract Position

Essential Functions :

• Identify, recruit, coach and retain student athletes.
• Organize and direct small groups and individual practice sessions.
• Review game films and prepare scouting reports.
• Participate in athletic fundraising and community service events.
• Participate in game film assignments and assist with film exchange / sending film to four-year institutions to promote student athletes.
• Collect and input accurate stats and information.
• Monitor student athlete academic progress and study hall attendance.
• Organize and maintain equipment inventory.
• Coordinate game day set-up / breakdown and facility needs for visitors and officials.
• Assist with team travel, meals, laundry, and equipment.
• Adhere to all NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association), Columbia State, and TCCAA (Tennessee Community College Athletic Association) rules and policies.
• Model sportsmanship and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, offices, and spectators.
• Instruct athletes on court maintenance and upkeep of facilities.
• Stay up to date with safety protocols, CPR certification / training, and other health related aspects of your sport.
• Assist in the implementation of summer camps.
• Plan, implement and execute intramural programs for CSCC students at multiple campuses.

Supplemental Functions :

• Support Athletics and intramurals initiatives.
• Service on college committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS :

Education, Training and Experience Required :

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• At least one year of successful experience as an athletic intern, graduate assistant coach, club level coaching, or high school coaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to rules, policies, compliance, as well as commitment to student athlete success both in academics and athletics.

Preferred Experience :

College or professional coaching experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Work Characteristics :

• Abide by NJCAA and TCCAA rules.
• Possess and maintain knowledge about ADA, policy and law changes applicable to the college setting.
• Adhere to state and federal legal, ethical, and TBR / Columbia State policy standards.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks.
• Computer skills for daily work flow (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, .
• Adhere to FERPA guidelines for dissemination of student records and information.
• Works effectively as a team player to achieve department, division and organizational goals.

Working Conditions :

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Requires regular travel to extended campuses.
• Extensive use of personal computer.

Hiring Salary Range : $32,990-$41,240

This position is based at the Columbia, TN Campus.

About Columbia State Community College :

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to increasing access and enhancing diversity at all five of our campuses.

Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents. Columbia State is known for excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following :

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Columbia State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, disability, age (as applicable), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other category protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies :

Executive Director of Human Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401

931-540-2551