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GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

The Assistant Coach will work with the Head Coach, in conjunction with the Director of Athletics, with the responsibility for planning, directing, programming, supervising, and implementing the duties and functions of the individual sports program. He/she must work closely with all others involved in carrying out the philosophy and the objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for assisting in the administering all aspects of the program, including coaching, promoting, making team travel arrangements, requisitioning and maintaining equipment, supervising students, monitoring academic progress of student-athletes, and fulfilling other duties as they arise or as assigned by the Head Coach.

Responsible for being thoroughly familiar with and complying with all College, Department, Regional, District, and NJCAA policies.

Responsible for assisting in providing instruction and training necessary to create skills, techniques, and physical conditioning sufficient to enable participant to compete safely and competently.

Responsible for providing on-site supervision during all practice and game situations including locker room supervision.

Responsible for adhering to all the guidelines, policy/procedures in the department policy manual.

Responsible for exhibiting a high level of expertise in his or her sport and to seek Self-improvement by attending clinics, seminars, and other developmental programs.

Responsible for treating the academic achievement and requirements necessary for progress toward a degree as a matter of the highest priority for the student-athlete, and to be sensitive to final examination schedules when scheduling practice and game competition.

Effectively assist the Head Coach in encouraging a sufficient number of new student-athletes to attend GCC annually.

Demonstrates a commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all student athletes.

Responsible for assisting the Director of Athletics, and taking an active part in all Department fund-raising/promotion projects.

Responsible for representing the College on the highest professional level with dignity, integrity, and strength of character and to exhibit ethical behavior.

Responsible for treating opposing coaches, officials, students, and colleagues with respect and dignity.

Responsible for assisting the Head Coach in determining, within the scope of the a athletic department policies, which squad members will receive season-end awards, and assist the Head Coach in conferring them at the College-sponsored awards program.

Responsible for, at the conclusion of the sport season, assisting the Head Coach in developing a summary report on their specific program.

Responsible for other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Director of Athletics.

Job Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study.

EXPERIENCE

Experience working within a college environment preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to work well with college students. Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the faculty, staff, and administration. Willingness to accept responsibility for accomplishment of program objectives under the direction of the appropriate professional staff member. The successful candidate must also possess a valid driver's license free of any major violations.

Additional Information:

RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports to the Head Coach and the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

SALARY AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a part-time, seasonal position at 10-15 hours per week. The stipend for this position is set at a range between $4,500 - $6,000 and will be dependent upon experience and qualifications . Incumbent must have the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Hours and compensation are set by the Genesee Community College Association (GCCA).

BENEFITS:

Access to the Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Access to the fitness center, pool, studio, walking trails and more at the Richard C. Call Arena

On Campus dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Access to approximately 90,000 items via GCC's Library Services