Assistant Coach Men's Basketball

EVANGEL UNIVERSITY

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

DEPARTMENT: Athletics Department

REPORTS TO: Head Basketball Coach

EU MISSION STATEMENT: Evangel University is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to become Spirit-empowered servants of God who impact the Church and society globally.

JOB SUMMARY: The Assistant Basketball Coach will be responsible for assisting all phases of managing a successful Men's Basketball program including, but not limited to: practice and game preparation, academic and athletic support for students, recruiting assistance including travel, practice and contest analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The assistant men's basketball coach will work within the framework of the Evangel University mission statement and the goals of the Evangel Athletic Department to:

• Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of operating a successful program and plan workouts accordingly.
• Identify student-athletes capable of competing both spiritually, academically, and athletically at Evangel University. Play a decisive role in the recruitment of student-athletes and manage a database of prospects.
• Assist the Head Coach in developing a comprehensive and strategic game plan throughout the season. Evaluate upcoming opponents and prepare a scouting report.
• Execute other program related tasks as assigned by the Head Coach.

QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent educational degree.
• A working knowledge of the guidelines and rules governing recruiting, eligibility and rules for the sport within the NAIA.
• Knowledge of general operation of the basketball program.
• Possess the qualities that reflect the standards of conduct and lifestyle of the Assemblies of God fellowship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience recruiting highly-talented intercollegiate student-athletes.
• Experience coaching basketball at an intercollegiate level.
• Ability to coach, teach, and motivate student-athletes in a Christian-collegiate environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a competitive, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Evangel University is a comprehensive Christian university committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to become Spirit-empowered servants of God who impact the Church and society globally.

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