The Player Development/Coaching Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the planning and organization of a highly competitive Division I men’s basketball program competing in the Atlantic Coach Conference.
Assists the Head Coach with all aspects of a sports program. Recruits athletes, mentors athletes, fosters athletic, emotional, and academic group of student athletes. Oversees sports equipment, practice plans and schedules, skill development, designs coaching strategies. Oversees public and media relations. Coordinates team travel and schedule. Adheres to all rules and regulations.
- Reinforce the basketball vision and plans of the Head Coach in practice and through video
- Regularly report player progress toward goals to the Assistant Coaches
- Teaches players specific tasks and skills before, during and after practice, during season and off-season.
- Aid in any game preparation and/or day-to-day tasks, as needed/directed by Head Coach
- Collaborate in the growth of the program’s own coaching and development methodology, devising novel ways to develop players’ basketball skill and intelligence
- Assists with data analysis, creates reports and presents data and film analysis to players and coaches
Instructing and demonstrating physical skills while coaching; extensive travel via car, air, and bus. Must stand for long periods of time at games and at practice. May participate in drills or practices. May have to lift or transport equipment.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Job Details
- Assignment Category: Full-time regular
- Job Classification: Staff.Coach.Assistant II
- Campus: Pittsburgh
- Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
- Substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
- Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: Collegiate Athletics experience strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of work and high-level playing experience may be substituted at the discretion of the University.
- Work Schedule: Varies
- Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
- Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications
- Relocation Offered: Yes
- Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
- Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
- Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
- Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
- Optional Documents: Not Applicable