Department: Player Operations: Basketball Coach

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The Jr. Kings program is where kids are invited to experience the love of basketball firsthand. It’s not just about bounce passes and layups; it’s about making the excitement and resources of the NBA accessible to kids in a way no other youth basketball program can. Whether at a one-day clinic, multi-day camp, or an ongoing league, when kids join Jr. Kings, they’re part of the team.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Understand and believe in the mission of the Jr. Kings program.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for participants.
• Encourage and motivate all participants.
• Assist the head and assistant coaches with games and lessons.
• Participate in games and workouts with the players, encouraging them to put their best effort into the workout.
• Provide one-on-one attention to the participants.

Job Qualifications:

• Basketball experience of either having played basketball at or above the collegiate level or being a coach at or above the high school level.
• Deep understanding and development of various levels of youth basketball.
• Detailed understanding, skills, and ability to implement all aspects of youth basketball clinics, camps, and tournaments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, stand, or walk for 4-5 hours.
• Ability to exhibit good judgment and maintain appropriate behavior with clientele.
• Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and rain for an extended amount of time.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including but not limited to days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must submit and pass a background check.

Compensation:

• $18/hourly rate
• $35/hourly rate on clinic days