Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Working Title

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Southwest Minnesota State University

State University Faculty

209:
Inter Faculty Organization

Marshall

Job Exempt

Full time

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

$50,065.00 - $86,316.00

The Assistant Coach will be involved in all aspects of coaching responsibilities including recruiting, practice, organization, scheduling, trip organization, fundraising, alumni relations, and summer camps. Responsibilities may also include intramural director, game management, marketing, advertising and promotions, special events, weight room/fitness center director and Office of Admission recruiting. Responsibilities may include budgeting and hiring, and supervision of student workers. Coaching and administrative duties will be 75% of the assignment.

The position includes teaching assignment of six credits (25%) that reflect the candidate's degree, prior teaching experience and/or area of expertise.

• Master's degree
• Collegiate basketball coaching experience
• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively via verbal and written skills
• Understanding and appreciation for Liberal Arts Education
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds in support of university mission to foster a global perspective

• Experience with Upper Midwest collegiate recruiting
• Experience with camp coordinator experience
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and effective human relations skills required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Synergy

Priority will be given to those who apply by 4/27/2026

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions.

The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.

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