Special Assistant to Head Men's Basketball Coach

Posting Number:

20240045EX

Job Title:

Special Assistant to Head Men's Basketball Coach

About Murray State:

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information:

Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

12 Months

Position Type:

Staff - Exempt (Monthly)

Department:

Mens Basketball

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

In coordination with the Head Coach, the Special Assistant to the Head Coach assists with all administrative aspects of the basketball program to include, but not limited to, recruiting, compliance, travel, scheduling, community relations, summer camps/clinics, in addition to creation, development and implementation of a whole-person player development program.
Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead/direct a fully comprehensive player-development program including but not limited to leadership, financial literacy, media training, player mentor program, post-college transition planning/preparation, nutrition, strength/conditioning, etc. Design specific development and assessment plans for each individual player. Serve as liaison to strength & conditioning coach and develop, monitor and assess player nutrition program. Monitor performance, rest and recovery for each individual player. Prepare film study sessions for player and team development
• Develop and lead Professional Opportunities Program for players, to include but not limited to NBA & G-League, Europe, Other Professional Leagues, etc. In coordination with the Compliance office, lead agent education and player evaluation opportunities program.
• Serve as name, image, likeness coordinator for the men’s basketball program.
• Assist and/or direct all NCAA permissible aspects of recruiting, including but not limited to maintenance of prospective student-athlete pool, coordination of countable coaches recruiting efforts, official/unofficial visits, special events and local administrative support.
• Assist and/or direct daily operations including but not limited to budget, travel, practice facility setup, player film study sessions, practice evaluation, game preparation (manage scouting schedule), sport social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, etc.), day-to-day and competitive scheduling, player/parent communication, camps/clinics and academics.
• Assist Head Coach with daily practice planning & organization; provide player/offense/defense/special team scouting reports; maintain regular communication with Head Coach regarding strengths and areas for improvement within the basketball program.
• External & Community Relations Coordinator – maintain regular/consistent communication with and organize special events (RacerMania, autograph sessions, open practices, tours, etc.) for former players, coaches and alumni; assist with season/single-game ticket sales and fundraising
• Assist in ensuring all aspects of the Men’s Basketball program are operated in an NCAA Compliant manner.
• Maintain an expansive industry/professional network, both nationally and globally
• Responsible for all aspects of a comprehensive whole-person player development program to include, but not limited to leadership, nutrition, service, financial literacy, etc.

As a member of the Murray State University Athletic Department, you shall comply with all applicable NCAA rules and regulations as provided in the NCAA Division I Manual. If you are found in violation of NCAA regulations, you shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant repetitive violations.Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Experience as a high school and collegiate player.
• Experience coaching, instructing and/or administering at a high school and collegiate level.
• Basic to advanced knowledge with video editing software specific to sport/scouting applications
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups of student-athletes, coaches and staff
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Exceptionally strong organizational skills
• Familiarity with latest technology and trends
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds and setup practice/development activities.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Experience playing, coaching, instructing and administering at a professional level is highly preferred

Posting Date:

05/23/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Resume
• Three (3) references

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by May 30, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.