Athletics - Men's Basketball - Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (Full Time)

Staten Island, NY, United States

Job Description

TITLE: Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Permanent Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to Head Basketball Coach

JOB PURPOSE:
Assist the Head Coach with the administration and operation of all aspects of a competitive Division I basketball program. Responsibilities include assisting with practice and competition coaching, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, participation in College fundraising activities, enrollment management, and promoting community relations. Additional duties may be assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Athletics - Men's Basketball - Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (Full Time)

Staten Island, NY, United States

Job Description

TITLE: Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Permanent Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to Head Basketball Coach

JOB PURPOSE:
Assist the Head Coach with the administration and operation of all aspects of a competitive Division I basketball program. Responsibilities include assisting with practice and competition coaching, recruitment and retention of academically and athletically qualified student-athletes, participation in College fundraising activities, enrollment management, and promoting community relations. Additional duties may be assigned by the Director of Athletics.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

Coaching:

• Communicate effectively with department colleagues and student-athletes.
• Assist with the organization and administration of all aspects of the program.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of a competitive athletic program within the conference.
• Create a safe and positive environment for student-athletes to succeed.
• Promote Wagner Student-Athlete Ethics and Expectations.
• Demonstrate good sportsmanship and maintain professional conduct.

Recruitment and Retention of Student-Athletes:

• Recruit, evaluate, and retain academically and athletically qualified student-athletes.
• Support student-athletes in achieving academic success.
• Adhere to NCAA, Northeast Conference, institutional, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Pass the annual NCAA Coaches Certification Test.
• Maintain all required documentation related to institutional and NCAA compliance standards.

Administration:

• Support the Head Coach with coordinating competitive schedules and ensuring NCAA sponsorship requirements are met.
• Assist with team practices and operations.
• Communicate effectively with the Head Coach, sport administrator, facilities personnel, medical staff, sports information office, and academic services.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility in managing budget-related matters.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for expenditures and NCAA compliance requirements.
• Assist with team travel arrangements and procurement of equipment needs.
• Maintain on-campus office hours.

Public Relations:

• Promote a positive image of Wagner College at all times.
• Support team life skills initiatives and community outreach projects.
• Support the Sports Information Office with publicity-related information.
• Assist with marketing initiatives, appearances, and promotional activities.

Fundraising:

• Support fundraising efforts for the Seahawk Club and Wagner College.

Non-Essential Functions:
Additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

QUALIFICATIONS:

Work Experience:
1–2 years of related experience preferred.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Certifications/Licenses:
None required.

Desired Work Traits:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to student-athlete development and success

Computer Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other applicable recruiting and athletics software systems preferred.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills:
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and external constituents.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Position may require evening, weekend, and holiday work as determined by team schedules, competitions, recruiting activities, and departmental needs.

Nothing in this job description restricts Management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

About Us

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 326
  
• Job Category ADMIN
  
• Posting Date 05/20/2026, 05:36 PM
  
• Job Schedule Full time
  
• Locations 1 Campus Rd, Staten Island, NY, 10301, US
  

• Advertising Salary $60,00 $65,000

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