Graduate Assistant Coach for Men's Basketball

Purchase, NY

Purchase, New York 10577

Part-Time

$5,000

Annually

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Job Title: Graduate Assistant Coach for Men’s Basketball        

Department: Athletics and Recreation

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Graduate Assistant Coach for Men's Basketball

Purchase, NY

Purchase, New York 10577

Part-Time

$5,000

Annually

Apply Now

Job Title: Graduate Assistant Coach for Men’s Basketball        

Department: Athletics and Recreation

Reports to: Head Coach Men’s Basketball Coach

Effective Date: 8/3/26

# of Direct Reports: 0                                                   # of People Supported: 1

 

Job Description:

The graduate assistant works in conjunction with the Head Coach in all aspects related to the operation of the team program. In the absence of the Head Coach, the Graduate Assistant assumes full responsibility for the team. 

 

Responsibilities for Graduate Assistant Coaching Position:

Specific Responsibilities:  

Include, but are not limited to: 

• Effectively recruit qualified student-athletes, meeting the annual goal set by Admissions & Athletics           
• Attend recruitment trips, as needed, to recruit student athletes 
• Coordinate and implement NCAA official and non-official on campus recruiting visits  
• Effectively retain student-athletes through regular engagement and monitoring 
• Assist with all aspects of practice and game preparation and implementation including individual player development 
• Conduct regular and individual monitoring and mentoring sessions to assist student-athlete’s academic endeavors resulting in strong retention and graduation rates 
• Assist with the development and implementation of fundraising activities 
• Assist with the planning and development of community service activities 
• Work with various campus constituents such as admissions, facilities, development, academic advising, etc. 
• Assist the head coach with alumni and family relations activities 
• Maintain a working knowledge of all NCAA and conference rules and regulations 
• Assist in general sport specific field/facility maintenance 
• Film Exchange
• Provide supervision and staffing of athletic events and special events as assigned 
• Work with the head coach to supervise the team at all off campus competitions 
• Serve as additional travel coordinator for all team trips including confirming transportation, departure times as well as coordinate meals for the team while away from campus 
• Coordinate all practice and game times with Assistant &Associate Athletic Directors  

Duties/Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all University, Conference, and NCAA rules and bylaws
• Assist with Game Operation and Game Management as needed
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach and Associate Vice President of Athletics and Recreation

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have sport specific knowledge
• Previous recruiting and coaching experience
• Ability to perform sport specific drills, demonstrate activities, and setup sport specific training aids/facility
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and travel as needed for competitions and recruiting
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with student athletes, coaches, campus community, and alumni.
• Time management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic video knowledge preferred
• Understand and monitor the teams’ social media account
• Understanding and commitment to the mission and purpose of Manhattanville University

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Collegiate or professional playing experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects.
• Organizing, transporting, and setting up team specific training aids and facility maintenance

Salary:

• $5,000 Stipend paid over 10 months 
• Tuition Remission (9 credits per semester) 
• Subject to maintaining a 3.0 GPA each semester for a maximum of four academic semesters.
• Summer classes are subject to approval 
• On-Campus Housing (dorm style only; single room not an option)
• Limited Meal Plan

Hours Expectation:

• Part-time, average load of 20 hours per week over the duration of the appointment period
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, overnights and weekends. 
• Travel to competition(s) as assigned

Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.  If you are unable to complete this application process, contact Manhattanville Human Resources at human.resources@mville.edu to ask for assistance.   

 

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