Assistant Coach

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State.

Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Intercollegiate Athletics is accepting applications to fill current and future part-time, temporary positions for assistant coaches in the sports of men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, football, men’s and women’s ice hockey, women’s lacrosse, men’s and women’s soccer, softball, men’s and women’s swimming and diving, men’s and women’s track and field, and women’s volleyball. The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the NCAA Division III Program.

This includes but is not limited to coaching in practice sessions and competitions, player evaluations, development of game plans, recruiting and Intercollegiate Athletics Department fundraising. Selected applicants are expected to keep abreast of and comply with all NCAA , SUNYAC , and Buffalo State College rules and regulations.

This is a pool posting and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of education attained?
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorate
  • J.D. (Juris Doctor)
  • None of the above
• * Please describe your experience in coaching or working in the athletic fields noted in the posting. (Open Ended Question)
• * All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment.
  • I agree to comply with the college's policy.
  • I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Buffalo State website
  • Buffalo News
  • Buffalo Rocket
  • Challenger
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Panorama Hispano News
  • Employee Referral
  • Other

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents