Job Description

JobID: 55748

Position Type:

Athletics/Coach

Date Posted:

11/19/2025

Location:

Van Junior-Senior High School

County:

Boone County Schools

Job Title:

Assistant Basketball Coach

Reports To:

Head Basketball Coach / School Principal / Athletic Director

Employment Term:

Seasonal / As Assigned

FLSA Status:

Exempt (Stipend Position)

Job Summary

The Assistant Basketball Coach supports the Head Coach in building a successful basketball program that promotes sportsmanship, student growth, teamwork, and academic achievement. The coach will assist with practice planning, skill development, supervision, and game-day responsibilities in accordance with county and WVSSAC guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Assist the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting practice sessions.
+ Teach and develop fundamental and advanced basketball skills for student-athletes.
+ Supervise athletes during practices, games, travel, and other team activities.
+ Support implementation of game strategies, scouting reports, and film review.
+ Promote positive sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork, and character development.
+ Monitor the academic progress, attendance, and eligibility of student-athletes.
+ Maintain a safe practice and game environment, including proper equipment use.
+ Communicate effectively with players, parents, administration, and staff.
+ Assist with maintaining equipment, uniforms, and inventory.
+ Uphold WVSSAC rules, board policies, and school athletic procedures.
+ Model professional conduct and serve as a role model for student-athletes.
+ Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Athletic Director, or Principal.

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
+ Prior basketball playing or coaching experience preferred.
+ Must meet all WVSSAC and county requirements for coaching certification, background checks, and training (including CPR/First Aid, sports safety, and WVSSAC coaching course).
+ Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
+ Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Work Environment

+ Practices, games, and travel may occur outside regular school hours, including evenings and weekends.
+ Requires physical activity, ability to demonstrate skills, and supervision of students.