Part-Time Men's Basketball Assistant Coach

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Mount Vernon, WA
Job Type: Part-Time, Hourly
Job Number: T23-010
Department: Student Services
Opening Date: 10/18/2023
Position Summary
Skagit Valley College (SVC) is accepting applications for a part-time Men's Basketball Assistant Coach. This position works with the Head Coach, Athletic Director, Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) Athletic Commissioners and campus departments. The Assistant Coach assists with teaching basketball techniques for collegiate competition and ensures compliance with all NWAC rules and regulations in areas including but not limited to: fundraising, recruiting, eligibility, schedules, travel, and preparing student athletes for competition. SVC is a member of the Northwest Athletic Conference and currently offers nine intercollegiate sports.
Additional work opportunities: Applicants seeking full-time equivalent work schedules are encouraged to apply to other positions compatible with coaching currently available on the SVC Careers website, posted at , and to discuss full-time interest at time of application to coaching position. Applicants who are hired into mixed-duty roles may be subject to overtime provisions and modified work schedules. This position may work evenings, weekends, and require occasional overnight travel.
Nestled between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound in the northwest corner of Washington State, Skagit Valley College is located 60 miles north of Seattle and 80 miles south of Vancouver, BC. SVC was established in 1926 in Mount Vernon. Operating as one college with several campuses and centers, SVC serves Skagit, Island and San Juan Counties with campuses in Mount Vernon and Oak Harbor, a center in Friday Harbor, and a Marine Manufacturing and Technology Center in Anacortes.
Skagit Valley College adheres to a set of guiding principles:
Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration, and Compassion
Duties and Responsibilities
Head coaching leadership

• Assist in teaching basketball techniques and skills at a level appropriate for collegiate competition
• Assist the Men's Basketball program, conducting the program in accordance with the NWAC and college rules and regulations
• Serve as a role model to assist the team members in developing and displaying appropriate behavior and sportsmanship expected of athletic teams and individuals representing SVC

Coaching and College/community relations

• Promote SVC athletic programs in our community college district.
• Collaborate with Athletic staff to foster partnerships between Men's Basketball and local and campus communities
• Promote academics and involvement in the community

Coaching administrative duties

• Help Develop and organize a comprehensive practice schedule
• Recruit student-athletes in accordance with college policies and Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) regulations
• Submit advance travel requests and secure lodging
• Fundraise to supplement the budget, support and partner with the Athletics unit and its activities (including offering camps/clinics, sports auction)

Other related duties

• Support and monitor the academic progress of student-athletes
• Assist with the advising and registration of student athletes
• Participate in departmental meetings and communicate information to student-athletes in a timely manner
• Assist with and prepare field for practices and games
• Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to teach the sport;
• Strong communication, organizational, and management skills;
• Knowledge of the NWAC rules and regulations or willingness to become knowledgeable;
• Ability to demonstrate key technical competencies;
• Understanding of and experience working with people of diverse socioeconomic, academic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds;
• Ability to promote a philosophy of student success;
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing student needs and maintain consistent communication with supervisors and support staff in the Athletic Department.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree, equivalent education, or higher in Sports Science, Physical Education, Coaching, or related Athletics field OR equivalent experience totaling two (2) years of successful coaching experience.
• Successful basketball coaching experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, Coaching, or related Athletics field.
• Experience recruiting athletes.
• Competency and experience working in a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, gender and racial/ethnic backgrounds and those with physical, emotional and or learning disabilities.
• Experience working closely with students to achieve their educational goals.

Salary, Benefits, Conditions of Employment, Application Procedure
Salary and Benefits:

• The Assistant Coach is paid via stipend of $2,500 for the season.
• This position is ineligible for benefits. *Benefits may become available in the event an employee is hire into an additional benefits-eligible position.
• Eligibility for benefits is in compliance with state rules and regulations.

Conditions of Employment:

• Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.

Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position, applicants must:

1. Meet the minimum qualifications, and
2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at that includes the following:

• The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
• A current resume; (Attachment: Resume)
• A cover letter/letter of interest addressing the minimum and desired qualifications for the position. (Attachment: Cover Letter)

Application Deadline: Application materials will be accepted until this position is filled. Applications may be kept on file to be considered for openings which may occur in the future. The College reserves the right to hire one or more candidates./ /
Application Assistance: If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation, you may contact Human Resources at (360) 416-7794, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at (360) 416-7718 by the application closing date. Information on SVC's Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at OPPM 3040 .
For questions regarding the online application system, you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support at (855) 524-5627 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results, apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and later versions of Internet Explorer.
SVC Annual Security Report: The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act requires all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies, procedures and statistics on certain crimes, including hate crimes, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and sexual assault. We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report, which is updated annually each October. All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by calling (360) 416-7794 or by accessing the Report at: https://www.skagit.edu/about/safety-security-parking/
Skagit Valley College is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.
Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, age, marital status, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact Carolyn Tucker, Vice President of Human Resources/EEO, 360.416.7794 or For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance, contact Title IX Coordinator, Sandy Jordan, 360.416.7923 or Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. All faculty and staff hired at Skagit Valley College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community.
Why work at Skagit Valley College?
Nestled between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound in the northwest corner of Washington State, Skagit Valley College offers a unique and highly regarded transfer curriculum and professional-technical programs that respond to the workforce needs of the region. The College celebrates diversity in its staff and students, and adheres to a set of guiding principles: respect, integrity, open and honest communication, and collaboration.
Benefits
Skagit Valley College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes high-value medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents with affordable monthly premiums. Basic life and long-term disability insurances are provided with the option to purchase additional coverage at a low employee cost. Flexible spending account and dependent care assistance programs are also available.
We help you prepare for life after your career by offering an excellent retirement plan, which includes employer contributions. In addition, employees have the option to participate in two tax-deferred retirement investment programs.
Personal and Professional Development
Staff development and personal growth are encouraged at Skagit Valley College. Training opportunities are offered to build employee competencies and develop leadership capacity. A professional development funds program and participation in the State Employee Tuition Waiver program provide further potential for personal and career growth.
A Full Work/Life Package
Pay, benefits, flexibility, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and out of life.
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Select from below the options that best describe your highest education attained.

• Not applicable.
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Some college: one (1) to two (2) years of college.
• Some college: three (3) to four (4) years or more of college.
• Associates degree or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Master's degree, or higher degree.

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Specify the field of study of your highest education attained if applicable, or if further clarification is needed relating to your highest education attained, please describe in the text box below (if not applicable, type "n/a")
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Select from below the options that best describe your successful coaching experience.

• None / not applicable - no relevant experience.
• 1 month to 6 months of experience.
• 7 month to 11 months of experience.
• 12 months to 23 months of experience.
• 24 months to 35 months of experience.
• 36 months to 47 months of experience.
• 48 months to 59 months of experience.
• 60 months or more of experience.

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In the text box below, describe how you meet this qualification: equivalent experience totaling two (2) years of successful coaching experience. Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.
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In the text box below, describe how you meet this qualification: Successful basketball coaching experience. Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.
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I am aware that a satisfactory result from a background check is a requirement of this position.

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