Assistant Mens Basketball Coach

TITLE

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONOhio Christian University is committed to offering a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally, and spiritually. OCU offers degree programs for residential undergraduate students, graduate students, and adult and online students.

POSITIONAssistant Men's Basketball Coach

LOCATIONMain Campus

FULL-TIME/PART-TIMEPart-Time

DESCRIPTION

Assistant Mens Basketball Coach

Department Athletics

Building/Location Maxwell Center - Main Campus

Supervisor Athletic Director/Head Mens Basketball Coach

Months Per Year 12

Hours Per Week 20

Benefits Part-Time Salary

Position Summary

The Assistant Men's Basketball Coach is responsible for supporting all aspects of the program,

including coaching, recruiting, player development, scouting, and program administration. This

role plays an important part in fostering the athletic, academic, and spiritual growth of studentathletes

while promoting a culture of excellence and integrity within the program. The Assistant

Coach is expected to provide strong leadership, mentorship, and support to the Head Coach,

contributing to the overall success and sustainability of the team. Additionally, the Assistant

Coach may assist with departmental initiatives as assigned and is expected to actively support the

university's Christian mission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of daily practices, training sessions, and game preparation

Analyze game and practice film to evaluate performance and provide feedback to studentathletes

and coaching staff

Mentor and support student-athletes in their athletic, academic, and spiritual development

Assist with overseeing and coordinating strength and conditioning programs in collaboration

with performance staff

Support recruiting efforts through prospect evaluation, communication, campus visits, and

relationship building

Assist in preparing scouting reports, opponent analysis, and game strategy

Promote a positive team culture that emphasizes discipline, accountability, sportsmanship, and

personal growth

Monitor student-athlete academic progress and encourage academic success

Assist with travel coordination, equipment management, and other program operations as

assigned

Help lead and support fundraising initiatives and service projects

Attend and actively participate in institutional chapel services

Lead and promote the university's mission, values, and faith-based community initiatives within

the program

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

REQUIRED MINIMUM Qualifications

According to Ohio Christian University employment policy, all employees must possess a strong

Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the OCU Community Lifestyle

Statement.

Required:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed

Preferred:

Master's degree

Experience in coaching basketball or playing at the collegiate level

Knowledge of NCCAA rules and recruiting processes

Passion for mentoring and developing student-athletes athletically and spiritually

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Churches of Christ in Christian Union, Ohio

Christian University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C.,

Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work

being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills

required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate

individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to

the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these

are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow

any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance

with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty

proficiently. Continued employment remains on an 'at-will' basis, unless otherwise contractually bound.

Ohio Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE STATEMENTWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.