Full-Time Assistant Men's and Women's Basketball Coach

Position Summary:

Yeshiva University is seeking applications for the position of assistant men's and women's basketball coach.

This is a 12-month, full-time role between two of YU's New York City campuses and reports to the head men's and women's basketball coaches.

Position Responsibilities:

• Evaluating talent and working closely with student-athletes on individual skill development and team concepts
• Supporting the head coaches in all aspects of their programs, including planning and execution of practices, game preparation, and team activities
• Serving as a mentor to basketball student-athletes to spur growth on and off the court
• Helping to foster a positive team culture bolstered by hard work, accountability, leadership, personal growth, academic achievement, and community engagement
• Film breakdown and scouting of future opponents
• Assisting in the identification, recruitment, and retention of prospective student-athletes who align with Yeshiva's rigorous academic standards, including oversight of their on-campus visits
• Strict adherence to NCAA Division III, Skyline Conference, and University rules and policies
• Monitoring the academic progress of basketball student-athletes
• Assisting with game scheduling and travel arrangements
• Helping to distribute, collect, and inventory player gear and equipment
• Oversight of team managers
• Upholding the standards, values, and mission of Yeshiva University
• Other administrative duties as assigned by the University and the Director of Athletics, including event supervision

Experience & Education Background:

• A Bachelor's degree
• Two years of coaching experience is required

Skills & Competencies:

• Outstanding technical and relationship-building skills to teach and motivate student-athletes to improve on the court and become better teammates
• The ability to teach offensive and defensive concepts
• A willingness to provide guidance and feedback to help team members strengthen multiple skill areas
• The desire to serve as a role model for student-athletes in a general capacity
• Organized and detail-oriented with a passion for coaching
• Basic knowledge of the Synergy and Hudl platforms