Special Assistant to the Head Coach

Intercollegiate Athletics

The University of Missouri Men's Basketball Program is seeking a special assistant to the head coach.

Responsibilities will include:

Directing daily operations of the sport program and providing oversight to ensure operations are running smoothly and productively.

Directly supporting the Whitten Family Men's Basketball Head Coach and providing department management by coordinating with the Head Coach and program directors.

Acting as a liaison between the Head Coach and the support staff.

Adapting departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges and working with the Head Coach in operational decision making.

Identifying and solving complex problems, providing guidance and direction.

Serving as a liaison to the basketball training room, weight room and academics.

Assisting with player/parent communication.

Coordinating all aspects of executive level manager appointments, meetings, receptions, and conference calls.

May prepare and review materials and correspondence for meetings. Assists with creation/modification of presentations, spreadsheets, and other various documents.

Performing all duties in compliance with NCAA, SEC, University and Department rules and regulations.

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights and Weekends as required by games.

A Bachelor's degree in related/ relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in college athletics

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 depending on ability and experience.

Grade: GGS MKT

University Title: ASSOCIATE COACH

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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