Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment creates bold, authentic, and unforgettable experiences that redefine sports, entertainment, and hospitality, The Brooklyn Way. As the parent company of marquee properties including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty and Barclays Center, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment operates at the intersection of live entertainment, premium hospitality, and community engagement.   

As it expands its existing portfolio, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment now includes BK Mag, Brooklyn Wine Club, and a hospitality business developing several location-based entertainment properties.   

Whether on the court, on stage, or in the workplace, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment is driven by a pursuit of excellence—constantly evolving, innovating, and pushing boundaries to elevate its business and expand its fan base. The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion, both internally and across its communities, ensuring that every interaction reflects its values of growth mindset, integrity, accountability and care.  

We are guided by our core values: 

• Integrity: Be intellectually honest at all times. Demonstrate the highest professional and ethical standards.
• Care: Care for everything and everyone around us. Practice empathy, respect, and inclusion to promote an environment of excellence and success.
• Growth Mindset: Develop ourselves and those around us. Experiment, learn, and improve from everything we do.
• Accountability: Deliver on our word, take responsibility for our actions, and work in the interest of our team.

SUMMARY

Brooklyn Basketball brings the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty together to establish a community-first basketball experience. Our goal is to grow the game for participants of all ages through professionally led clinics and camps, community-focused events, instructional videos, unique basketball content, and much more. Brooklyn Basketball is seeking part-time Youth Basketball Coaches to assist with the on-court basketball instruction for youth ages 6-17. 

After six months of part-time employment, part-time Coaches become eligible to apply for full-time Coach opportunities with Brooklyn Basketball. 

Part-time Coaches will report to the Head Coach.

What You Will Do

• Brooklyn Basketball programs including but not limited to events, clinics, camps and year-round programs. 
• Support Head Coach with on-court basketball drills and games at Brooklyn Basketball programming. 
• Teach and demonstrate skills and techniques vital for individual and team development. 
• Identifies new basketball drills and ideas to advance basketball training. 
• Interact thoroughly and patiently with children, fellow coaches, and parents. 
• Drive engagement for local community members and basketball leagues. 
• Build awareness and attention to the Brooklyn Basketball brand. 
• Build relationships with the basketball community that will help expand the Brooklyn Basketball brand. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Bachelor's degree completed or pursuant required 
• 2+ years of youth development & basketball coaching experience 
• Full understanding of basketball rules 
• Must have a flexible schedule and have availability during weekends and holidays as needed  
• Ability to travel to various areas within the NYC Metro Area 

Who You Are

• Must be able to work in a team environment 
• Highly communicative, excellent verbal skills 

Compensation

$25.00 per hour

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works primarily in an office environment but may be expected to attend games and other events on evenings, weekends and holidays. Will be required to travel to various areas within the NYC Metro Area to attend community events, basketball clinics, etc. May be required to work weekends or nights as needed. This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion/creed, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage, immigration, or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, height and weight, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.