Men's Basketball Assistant Coach

Overview

Apply now Job no: 559663.
Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian).
Location: Fullerton.
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Coach (Non-instructional Faculty).

The Athletics Department at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for the Men’s Assistant Basketball Coach position with an appointment to begin Fall 2026.

CSUF is a minority-serving institution, affirmative action, and equal opportunity employer. CSUF is committed to increasing campus diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates who can contribute to this goal through teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from groups underrepresented in the American professoriate are particularly encouraged to apply.

CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has affinity groups you can join to support your success.

The Men’s Basketball program at CSUF is a highly competitive NCAA Division I Big West Conference program. The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach reports directly to the Men’s Head Basketball Coach and assists with coaching and the following duties:

• Assist with coaching a highly competitive men’s basketball program that competes in the NCAA Division I Big West Conference
• Assist with recruiting Division I quality student-athletes
• Assist with monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes
• Assist with developing a plan for yearly implementation of offensive and defensive philosophies
• Know and abide by NCAA, University & Big West rules and regulations
• Scout and conduct statistical analysis of recruits and opponents
• Collaborate with the Strength & Conditioning Coach to monitor year-round training and conditioning development
• Coordinate travel, scheduling, and practice planning with the head coach
• Contribute to marketing men’s basketball on campus and in the community through public appearances and promotional efforts

• Three years of Division I collegiate basketball coaching experience or 4 years playing at the NCAA Division I level and 5 years coaching at the high school, club, or non-Division I NCAA level, or equivalent
• Proven ability to recruit high-quality student-athletes and a commitment to their academic progress
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations
• Ability to interact with a wide and culturally diverse range of students and collaborate with colleagues
• Demonstrated competitive on-court coaching ability

• NCAA Division I coaching experience and knowledge of scouting and video editing software systems

A complete online application must be submitted electronically.  (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). choose full-time faculty, search for the position 559663
, and provide the required materials:

• Cover Letter addressing:
  • Qualifications for the position
  • Your desire to work at California State University, Fullerton
• Resume
• Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence
  • This statement describes the candidate’s perspective on promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in professional careers. It should address one or more criteria: knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students and faculty in higher education; service with underrepresented populations; teaching or mentoring underrepresented students; integrating underrepresented populations into scholarly activities.
• A list of three references with contact information
  • Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Prepare for referees to submit. On the References page, enter information and email addresses for three references who will provide confidential letters. You can verify receipt by logging into your applicant portal.

Finalists will be asked to have each of their three references submit a letter of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referees if you proceed to the search phase.

Please direct all questions about the position to Ashley Evans…