Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Alabama; On-site; USD 50,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, MN is seeking an Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach to join the athletics program. The role involves recruiting, practice planning, game management, scheduling, and coordinating trips, fundraising, and alumni relations.

The position includes a teaching assignment of six credits (25%) reflecting the candidate’s degree and experience. Coaching and administrative duties are about 75% of the workload, with responsibilities across marketing, promotions,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Collegiate basketball coaching experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to Liberal Arts Education.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds to support university mission.

Responsibilities

• Recruit student-athletes and plan practices.
• Coordinate scheduling, trips, fundraising and alumni relations.
• Contribute to marketing, promotions, events and game management.
• Oversee budgeting, hiring and supervision of student workers.
• Teach six credits (25%) reflecting degree/experience.

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Synergy

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title

Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

Institution

Southwest Minnesota State University

Classification Title

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City

Marshall

FLSA

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Employment Condition

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$50,065.00 - $86,316.00

Job Description

The Assistant Coach will be involved in all aspects of coaching responsibilities including recruiting,practice, organization, scheduling, trip organization, fundraising, alumnirelationsand summer camps.Responsibilities may also include intramural director, game management, marketing, advertising andpromotions,special events, weight room/fitness centerdirectorand Office of Admission recruiting.Responsibilitiesmay include budgeting andhiring,and supervision of student workers. Coaching andadministrative duties will be 75% of the assignment. The position includes teaching assignment of sixcredits (25%) that reflect the candidate’s degree, prior teachingexperienceand/or area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’sdegree
• 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 ofuniversitymission to foster a global perspective

Preferred Qualifications

• ExperiencewithUpper Midwest collegiate recruiting
• Experience withcampcoordinator experience
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and effective humanrelationskillsrequired.
• Experienceusing Microsoft Office and Synergy

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system.SMSUgives 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.

Southwest Minnesota State University complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. You can find our Annual Security and Fire Safety Report online at Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (smsu.edu). This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Southwest Minnesota State University. If you prefer a hard copy, please contact the Department of Public Safety at 507-537-7252.

We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment.We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning.Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success.

Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility variesbased on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota

Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State system and is an equal opportunity educator and employer. SMSU is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. SMSU does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the AFFIRMATIVE ACTION OFFICE, 507-537-6208. For TTY communications, contact Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529. This vacancy notice is available in alternative format upon request.

Benefits Information

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date

07-01-2026

Position End Date

06-30-2028

Open Date

04-06-2026

Close Date

06-01-2026