"Graduate Assistant/Assistant Men's Basketball Coach "

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Ohio 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. 

POSITION Graduate Assistant/Assistant Men's Basketball Coach 

LOCATION Main Campus 

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Part-Time 

DESCRIPTION 

The Graduate Assistant/Assistant Coach will report directly to the Head Coach and will assist in overseeing all aspects of operating a successful intercollegiate athletic program.

Under the leadership of the Head Coach, responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Recruiting and evaluation of prospective student-athletes

Assist the Head Coach in identifying prospective student-athletes that fit Ohio Christian University’s vision and mission, and who can succeed academically, spiritually, and athletically at the University

Assist the Head Coach in updating OCU Athletics reporting/recruiting information and compliance report on a weekly basis

Assist the Head Coach in maintaining a database of prospects including updated records of contacts

Assist the Head Coach in successfully recruiting identified student-athletes

Team and game preparation

Assist the Head Coach in teaching all basic and advanced skills in the sport during individual skill sessions, team practices, and strength/conditioning sessions

Assist the Head Coach in developing and implementing a sound and safe practice plan that will successfully prepare student-athletes with the fundamentals of the sport

Assist the Head Coach in developing a comprehensive and strategic game plan for each scheduled contest throughout the season. This includes but is not limited to the evaluation of upcoming opponents, preparing scouting reports and adjusting the game plan during contests.

Administrative responsibilities

Assist in organizing and coordinating a wide variety of administrative tasks which include but are not limited to team travel, contest scheduling, budget preparation, and administrative, facility usage, public relations, marketing, fundraising, community service, facility maintenance and other daily operations for the program

General athletic responsibilities (additional responsibilities within OCU Athletic Department are required during non-traditional season)

Assist in game/event management for sport teams including but not limited to game manager and event setup/breakdown

Assist in transportation for sport teams

Assist in Academic Center oversight

NAIA/NCCAA rules compliance

Responsible for knowledge of, and adherence to, NAIA/NCCAA rules and regulations pertaining to recruiting, eligibility, awards, and general operation of the intercollegiate athletic program

Perform all other duties as assigned by the Head Coach/Athletic Director

EOE STATEMENT We 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.