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First Assistant Coach for Men's Basketball

The Department of Athletics at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Coaching Assistant (12-month) for Men's Basketball with an anticipated start date of September 21, 2026.

At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University's mission, vision, and core values.

The Position

The ideal candidate will demonstrate successful coaching and recruiting experience at the collegiate level; excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills; and a strong commitment to the academic achievement and holistic development of student-athletes through knowledge and understanding of NCAA regulations. The Assistant Coach is expected to serve as a mentor and positive role model and to demonstrate sensitivity to equity, inclusion, and diversity in working with a diverse student-athlete population.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Coach assists with the daily operations of the Men's Basketball program in accordance with NCAA, CCAA Conference, and California State University, Dominguez Hills rules, regulations, and policies. Responsibilities include assisting with coaching instruction, player development, recruiting, practice and game preparation, and supporting the academic success and overall well-being of student-athletes.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Applicants must have experience in working with students from diverse age, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.
• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 1 to 3 years of successful NCAA Division I, II, or III basketball coaching experience.

Preferred /Desired Qualifications

• Coaching experience at Division II level
• Master's degree

How to Apply

A completed on-line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit CSUDH career-opportunities.

Final date to receive applications Date:

The position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin in August 27, 2026. For full consideration, please submit your completed application no later than August 26, 2026.

• Current Curriculum Vitae with contact information
• Cover letter
• List of 3 references with contact information **
• Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required for the finalist) ***

** This position requires three letters of recommendation (LORs). Please do not upload your LORs with your application. Your list of references will be notified at the appropriate time during the search process. They will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the LOR. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUDH by logging back into your applicant portal.

*** For the finalist with International transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required.

A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees, which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate's, Doctor's of Philosophy).

The certification can be emailed to faculty affairs or mailed directly to the office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH-368, Carson, CA 90747.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Steve Becker

Head Coach, Men's Basketball

Search Committee Chair

sbecker

Toro Athletics administers an intercollegiate athletic program sponsoring four (4) men's teams and six (6) women's teams. A member of NCAA Division II, CSUDH competes in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). Other functions of the unit include public relations, sports information, athletic training, fund-raising, scheduling of campus athletics facilities, and recruitment and retention of student-athletes. The Athletics Department and University place a high priority on academic stands and the personal growth of student-athletes.

The full-time Coach (12-Month) classification salary range is $6,288 to $7,658 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring salary range for this position is $6,288 to $6,500 per month. The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and current CSUDH faculty salaries in the academic department/discipline. Faculty salaries are subject to budgetary authorization and any…