Assistant Coach Men's Basketball (4363)

Northern Valley Indian Health; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic athletics program at an established university as an Assistant Coach for Men’s Basketball. This full-time position offers the opportunity to shape student-athletes' development both on and off the court. You will assist in coaching, recruiting, and ensuring academic success for athletes, while also engaging with the community through marketing and public relations efforts. Experience a vibrant campus atmosphere and contribute to a team dedicated to excellence in athletics and education. If you're passionate about sports and mentorship, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of coaching experience in basketball.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in coaching student-athletes and game strategy.
• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and provide support.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Recruiting

Game Strategy

NCAA Rules Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Coaching Experience

Tools

Synergy Software

Sportcode Software

Job description

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Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

Northern Illinois University ( NIU ) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Coach Men’s Basketball. This is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits.

This is a professional coaching position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules and regulations of affiliated national, regional and state intercollegiate athletic associations, the Mid-American conference (or subsequent member conference) and the university.

The mission of NIU Athletics is to enhance the University, community and region through service and engagement while developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life. With long standing traditions and core values centered on family, NIU Athletics is home to 17 NCAA Division I sport programs. Northern Illinois University, chartered in 1895, is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with over 17,000 currently enrolled students and houses seven (7) degree-granting colleges—Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts. Centrally located in DeKalb, Northern Illinois University is 30 miles west of Aurora, 65 miles west of Chicago, 36 miles west of Naperville, and 45 miles southeast of Rockford.

Position Summary

Assist head coach in coaching student-athletes, implementation and instruction of game strategy, recruiting prospective student-athletes, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, program organization, managing travel, managing student-athlete scholarships and overseeing the discipline, conduct and image of the sport program and student-athletes of a major university sport program in conjunction with other departmental responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative – 20%

• Assist in the administration of the entire sport program, including, but not limited to creating daily and weekly practices, scheduling, game planning and implementation, recruiting, equipment management and facilities scheduling, with specific emphasis in opponent scouting reports and management of game day officiating reports.
• This position, in preparation for competition, will review opposing team film and provide scouting reports to coaches and student athletes.

Coaching – 20%

• Coach student-athletes individually and in groups and demonstrate game techniques; this may manage a designated skill development area or group of positions, as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Plan coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and conference regulations for specified positions.
• Develop, recommend and teach game strategy and position assignments; this position will provide on-court coaching during competition.

Academic Support – 10%

• Provide an overall positive educational environment for student-athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and prepare them for life beyond college.
• In conjunction with the Student Athlete Academic Support Services ( SAASS ) department, monitor academic progress and academic status of student-athletes, implementing corrective action plans through appropriate staff, if needed.
• Assist with SAASS unit on academic progress of men’s basketball student-athletes.

Marketing – 10%

• Point person for marketing and promotions, directly working with men’s basketball marketing director.
• Including but not limited to the coordination of student athletes pictures, video board shoots all game day needs and aiding in social media marketing.

Scouting – 10%

• Scout, identify, and establish relationships with high school, junior college, and four-year college prospective student-athletes and their parents, guardians, and/or coaches.
• When recruiting prospective student-athletes, determine if they will be academically eligible according to NCAA rules by requesting transcripts and test scores.
• Guide signees through the NIU application and NCAA Eligibility Center process.
• Log recruiting calls, contacts and evaluations on Jump Forward.
• Serve as the men’s basketball liaison to the athletics trainer as it relates to understanding how to monitor and manage student-athletes injuries based on the athletic trainers recommendations.

Video Exchange – 10%

• Coordinate video exchange with opposing teams for countable coaches and game film exchange.

Public Relations – 5%

• Promote the university, athletic department and specific sport through community events, public speaking, fundraising and marketing.
• Serve as the Community Service liaison with the SAASS department.
• Coordinate the needs of the department to ensure that all student athletes are present at all events.
• Plan motivational speakers and participate in donor engagements with MBB donors and fans.

Student Conduct & Other Misc. Duties – 5%

• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the department and university.
• Responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the student-athletes within specific sport program.
• Cash handling responsibilities- $5,000-$10,000 annually.
• Assist with departmental needs as requested.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

N/A

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

• Experience with Synergy software programs.
• Minimum one (1) year (12 months) of coaching experience in basketball (experience from graduate assistantships may be counted).

Additional Requirements (SPS)

• Ability to effectively communicate through oral, written and electronic forms.
• Have a thorough knowledge of NCAA , conference and institutional rules and conduct the program within the regulations.
• As a staff member within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, you are responsible for knowledge of and compliance with National Collegiate Athletics Association ( NCAA ) regulations, both those general in nature and those which apply directly to your position’s responsibilities. Strict adherence to all applicable governing policies, procedures, and regulations of the NCAA is required and is a condition of your employment.

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

• Experience with Sportcode software programs.
• Coaching experience with a Division I, II, or III basketball program.
• Former Division I, II, or III basketball student-athlete.
• Sitting, standing, running, walking, occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Cover Letter – Please include your interest in employment with NIU and how your previous experiences position you for success in the role for which you are applying.
• Current Resume
• List of Three Professional References
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Required on Hire)

Applications submitted after 5/16/2025 are welcomed but will be considered as needed.

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:


Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
[e-mail]
815-753-5560

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at [e-mail] .

• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
• List of at least 3 Professional References

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)

List of at least 3 Professional References

• Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
• Other #2
• Other

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