• Men's Basketball Assistant Coach (Temporary)

    University of Maine System (Gorham, ME)


    The University of Southern Maine seeks applicants for the temporary position of Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach on the Gorham Campus.

    Core Duties:

    + Assist the head coach with all coaching duties; including planning and implementation of practice plans, scouting reports, game plans, and film breakdown as assigned by the head coach.

    + Assist the head coach in developing, instructing, and teaching scholar-athletes fundamentals, technique, and strategy to motivate high level performance from individuals and, collectively, as a team.

    + Assist with home and away game preparation and strategy, prepare for opponents, assist with team travel.

     

    This is a part-time temporary position that will compensate up to $4,100 for the season and may vary depending on the selected candidate's availability and time commitment.

     

    USM Athletics (https://southernmainehuskies.com/) proudly supports the NCAA Division III philosophy and is fully engaged in USM’s Service Promise: Student Focused Every Day. Husky student-athletes, teams and coaches are known for their high-level of achievement in and out of the field of competition through the Five Pillars of USM Athletics: Academic Excellence, Athletic Achievement, Personal Growth, Professional Development and Service to Community.

     

    The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

     

    We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

    Required Qualifications:

    + High School diploma required/Bachelor’s Degree preferred

    + Pivotal experience in player development

    + Attention to detail

    + College level playing or coaching experience preferred

    + Ability to attend practices and the entire game schedule

    + Ability to uphold the positive reputation of the University of Southern Maine

    How to Apply:

    Click on ‘Apply Now’ or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following:

    + Cover Letter

    + Resume/Curriculum Vitae

    + Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.

     

    Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position will remain posted until filled.

     

    We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

     

    Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

    Clery Act:

    The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF) (https://usm.maine.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/) . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact our Public Safety Office at 207.780.5211.

    EEO Statement:

    The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/ .