Assistant Mens Basketball Coach (1st Assistant)

Posting Details

Position Information

Winthrop Position Title Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (1st Assistant) State Title Assistant Coach State Class Code UH15 State Pay Table Annual Salary/Hiring Range $75,000 Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the First Assistant Coach supports the training, coaching, conditioning, recruiting, administrative and promotion/fundraising functions of Winthrop's NCAA Division I basketball team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least five years of basketball coaching experience at the high school or college level.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• NCAA Division I coaching/playing experience.
• Five years of experience working with professional or intercollegiate men's basketball.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Summary

• Working knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations and the ability to apply them consistently.
• In-depth knowledge of basketball techniques and offensive and defensive strategies.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to train/mentor student-athletes one-to-one and in groups.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Ability to accept and carry out assigned program responsibilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff and the community.
• Demonstrated commitment to high academic standards for student-athletes and their academic and athletic success.
• Sufficient technical skills to master software required to perform job functions.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.

Job Summary

• Oversees, coordinates and monitors recruiting activities.
• Oversees Arms Recruiting Software and the program database, ensuring each prospect is entered into the database and workflow process.
• Organizes daily recruiting meetings and Big Board rankings for the next three recruiting classes.
• Coordinates weekly Reach Out sheets to allow the Head Coach to properly contact priority recruits and their families and inner circles.
• Plans and sends out recruiting materials in consultation with assistant coaches.
• Recruits athletes from junior colleges in assigned states.
• Travels and networks to recruit international athletes.
• Develops and nurtures relationships with NIL agents representing prospective recruits.
• Serves as a mentor for the team's student-athletes, helping them develop as students, athletes and professionals.
• Meets daily with athletes to assist in organizing and balancing their academic, athletic and personal schedules.
• Assists in planning and executing community engagement and service activities.
• Cultivates relationships with each athlete's family members and inner circle.
• Provides individual skill instruction during team practices and film sessions.
• Works closely with the Head Coach to actively engage and connect with the city of Rock Hill and greater Charlotte area.
• Establishes and cultivates important relationships with influential people in the community to create alliances.
• Serves as liaison to student organizations, such as Greek Life, Office of First Year Experience and Student Government, to create relationships with the basketball program.
• Studies and breaks down opponent game films to prepare Head Coach and team for upcoming games.
• Assists Head Coach in game planning and strategy implementation for assigned opponents.
• Works closely with the Associate Head Coach to coordinate, plan, negotiate and schedule games.
• Formulates and monitors scheduling grid.
• Negotiates guarantee games to generate revenue for the Athletic Department and Men's Basketball program.
• Oversees the fundraising arm of the Men's Basketball program by building rapport with current donors and cultivating new relationships.
• Fosters relationships with former players and spearheads initiatives to get them involved in the program.

Travel/Overtime Requirements Extensive travel and evening and weekend work. Telecommuting

Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.

License/Certification Valid driver's license. Type of Position Unclassified Position Status Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Hours Per Week 37.5 Months per Year 12

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2026076S Open Date 05/19/2026 Close Date 05/26/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants PLEASE NOTE

• A resume will not be reviewed to determine whether an applicant meets the qualifications outlined in the job vacancy notice (posting).
• Responses to supplemental questions are considered part of the application; failure to respond will result in disqualification.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents