Assistant Coach Player Development - Men’s Basketball

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading collegiate athletic association is seeking an Assistant to the Head Men's Basketball Coach. This role involves assisting with team practices, instructing players in game strategies, and supporting student-athletes in their academic progress. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant coaching experience, with a commitment to NCAA rules and standards.

Benefits

Vacation plan

Employer sponsored retirement plans

Health and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• At least two years of collegiate men’s basketball coaching experience or four years of combined experience in collegiate basketball playing and/or management.
• Division I or II experience preferred.
• Must abide by NCAA rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Men's Basketball Coach during practices and games.
• Instruct team members in game strategies.
• Counsel student athletes on academic progress.

Skills

Coaching experience

Public relations

Fundraising

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Responsibilities: Acts as assistant to Head Men's Basketball Coach; assists with team practice sessions and game contests; instructs team members in game strategies and techniques; counsels student athletes concerning academic progress; assists in public relations and fund-raising activities; and completes related duties as required or directed.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of collegiate men’s basketball coaching experience or four years of combined experience in collegiate basketball playing and/or collegiate basketball manager experience required. Division I or II experience preferred. Student or volunteer experience will be considered. Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference and the University of Northern Iowa.

Application Instructions: Applications received by June 2, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail] or call 319-273-2422.

UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits . Application materials received by 6/2/2025 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/ . Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.