Carver Center Director & Assistant Mens Basketball Coach

Augustana College; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, seeks a combined Carver Center Director and Assistant Men's Basketball Coach. The 75% coaching and 25% directing role includes recruiting, coaching, scheduling and overseeing home events at the Carver Center.

The position requires a bachelor's degree (MA preferred), 3+ years coaching in a small college setting, and strong knowledge of NCAA/CCIW rules. Travel and background checks are part of the process.

Qualifications

• 3+ years coaching in small college athletics.
• Knowledge of NCAA and CCIW rules and regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to interact with a diverse campus community.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility calendars and event setup for Carver Center.
• Coordinate game-day operations with staff and vendors.
• Liaise with athletic department areas (S.I., training, equipment).
• Plan and evaluate basketball practice activities for players.
• Recruit and counsel prospective student-athletes.
• Develop teaching curriculums for physical education activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Coaching experience

NCAA rules

Communication

Organizational skills

Diversity awareness

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

MA preferred

Job description

Join Our Mission at Augustana College

At Augustana College, we don’t just educate students - we empower them. As a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences, we invest in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and building strong community partnerships—the driving forces of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29).

Join Our Mission at Augustana College

At Augustana College, we don’t just educate students - we empower them. As a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences, we invest in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and building strong community partnerships—the driving forces of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29). For our 2,500 students, Augustana offers a collaborative and student-focused environment, in which faculty and staff play an active role in shaping futures through hands‑on learning, mentorship and leadership development. Located on a scenic, wooded campus in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana is part of the vibrant Quad‑Cities metropolitan area (pop. 470,000), about a 3-hour drive from Chicago. We seek mission-driven professionals who are passionate about student success, innovation and making an impact. If you thrive in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration and the power of transformative education, we invite you to bring your talents to Augustana. Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more.

Job Title

Carver Center Director & Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Status

Exempt, Combined full-time (75% Men's Basketball Coach, 25% Carver Center Director), academic year

Reports To

Athletic Director & Head Men's Basketball Coach

Overview

This position combines positions. As Carver Center Director, this position oversees the contest and practice schedule at the Carver Center, including all set‑up and take‑down requirements for home intercollegiate athletic contests in the building. As Assistant Coach, assists the head coach with recruiting, coaching and conditioning activities for the men's basketball program.

Job Duties

Carver Center Director (25%)

• Manage facility calendars and communication of schedules for all Carver Center activities including, but not limited to, intercollegiate athletic events, practices, conferences and meetings; staffing, set- up and breakdown for events in accordance with league, conference and NCAA regulations; collaborating with various athletic department staff and coaches, external groups and vendors.
• Serve as the liaison to other athletic department areas including, but not limited to, sports information, athletic training and equipment as it pertains to game day operations.
• Assist with day‑to‑day maintenance of all athletic department facilities.
• Supervision of game day staff required for set‑up and take‑down for home athletic contests and special events.
• Apply critical thinking skills to assist Athletic Director with creation and implementation of strategies for event coordination and playing and practice season activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (75%)

• Plan, conduct and evaluate practice activities for designated players. Provide group and individual assistance in a manner that engages the athletes and builds commitment to the program.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the coaching staff to integrate efforts and create program success. Assist other staff members with activities as need to reach the goals of the team.
• Meet with prospective students and their family members both on campus and at remote locations. Provide advice and counsel on the admissions process, the Augustana experience and the integral role of the student athlete in overall campus life.
• Provide feedback to assigned staff members and student workers on work performance and overall effectiveness.
• Create teaching curriculums for physical education activity courses as assigned during the academic year. Find ways to engage students in learning activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree required, MA preferred in a related field.

Experience & Skills

• 3 or more years' experience in a coaching role. Experience in small college athletics is highly preferred.
• Ability to understand and comply with a variety of regulations from the NCAA as well as other regulatory bodies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with a diverse group of coaches, administrators, student athletes, prospective students and families, and other members of the campus community.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Must have a thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA and CCIW rules and regulations. Strong commitment to the academic and athletic success of the student athlete.

Additional Information

Pay and Benefits

Starting salary for this role is $40,000 to $55,000 per year, depending on qualifications and relevant experience. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of employees. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts
• Life insurance, disability insurance, and supplemental insurance programs
• Retirement plan with a generous company contribution
• Excellent paid time off/holiday benefits
• Tuition benefits for employees and their family members
• Access to company facilities (gym, pool, health center, etc.)
• You can learn more about our benefit programs at our Benefits website.

Work Hours & Travel

This position requires travel to away games during the season and to high school games, events, and other opportunities to meet with prospective students. Extended weekend and evening hours especially during the basketball season are expected. Current valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Also required is the ability to listen, hear, speak, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and stand for intermittently long periods of time. Exposure to outside weather and extreme temperatures is occasionally required. Long work days, particularly during the recruiting and competition season on a frequent basis.

Special Requirements

As key personnel representing the College, this position requires excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to a diverse population, and the ability and willingness to model the mission and high standard of behavior of Augustana College. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check.

Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check and have a valid drivers' license with the ability to be insured by the college.

EEO Statement

Augustana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Augustana College’s policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Note

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities are subject to change at any time with or without notice.