Head Men's Basketball Coach

The Opportunity

The Head Coach – Men’s Basketball is responsible for leading the strategic direction, operations, and management of the men’s basketball program, including but not limited to: scheduling, budgeting, recruiting, fundraising, practice and game planning, student-athlete development, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, hosting camps and tournaments, culture development, and community engagement. This full-time position reports directly to the Director of Athletics, with work being done in accordance with university, conference, and NCAA regulations.

Due to the nature of this work, a willingness and flexibility to work nights and weekends is required. This position is a campus security authority and mandatory reporter as defined by federal and state law.

• Plan, organize, and manage all functions within the operations of the sport program.
• Develop and implement game strategy and techniques and position assignments both individually with student athletes and in groups.
• Schedule and supervise practice sessions and games.
• Recruiting student-athletes.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Execute all responsibilities in accordance with the NCAA, UW-Parkside, University of Wisconsin System, and UW-Parkside Foundation policies and procedures.
• Monitor and proactively provide support toward the academic success of student-athletes.
• Commitment to operating all aspects of the program in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Collaborate in the planning and execution of team travel.
• Collaborate with strength and conditioning coaches on a strength and conditioning program for the sport program.
• Attend staff meetings, compliance education sessions, and development opportunities.
• Lead budget management and revenue generation, including camps, clinics, and tournaments related to the sport program.
• Consistent with NCAA Bylaw 11 and institutional procedures, Coach understands and agrees that if Coach is found in violation of any NCAA or conference legislation or fails to report a violation, he/she shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.
• Responsible for assisting with the overall management, leadership and execution of the sport program, fostering a positive educational and competitive environment on and off the competition grounds.
• Demonstrate a positive team player attitude.
• Assist with fundraising and alumni engagement efforts for the program.

• Experience in coaching men’s basketball in college athletics or equivalent relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in recruiting, scouting, and student-athlete development.
• Experience providing elite student-athlete experience.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Full consideration will be given to applicants who apply before Sunday, March 15, 2025.

To apply, please send resume, letter of interest, and three professional references combined into one PDF file to opp

Questions, inquiries, and nominations can be forwarded to Dr. Kurt Patberg, Vice President of Mammoth Sports Consulting at  The anticipated start date of the position is at the beginning of April 2026, or sooner.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.