NAIA Men's Basketball: Coaching & Game Ops Lead

Bethanylb; Kansas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Job summary

Bethany College invites applications for the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach & Game Management Assistant role at our Lindsborg, KS campus. This dual-role supports the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and athletic administration, focusing on program operations, recruitment, and game management.

The position emphasizes retention, academic progress, community engagement, and leadership development for student-athletes, with on-campus housing options and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and coaching experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of NAIA philosophy and the role of athletics in a faith-based, liberal arts environment.
• Excellent grammar, spelling and writing abilities.
• Microsoft Office, computer knowledge, and knowledge of office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences, including students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, administration, and the community at large.
• Ability to handle multiple projects/assignments concurrently and be very results-oriented.
• Highly motivated and works well both independently and in a team environment.
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering all phases of an NAIA men’s basketball program, including active recruitment of qualified student-athletes adhering to the College recruitment scholarship model.
• Lead, support, and prioritize student retention, academic progress, and persistence to graduation.
• Create and foster a positive environment of growth, development, and support for student-athletes both in and out of competition.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and conducting pre-season, in-season, and post-season conditioning, practices, and competitive games.
• Assist in formulating competitive game and practice schedules.
• Coordinate on-campus visits for recruits and their families.
• Arrange team travel, lodging, and meal logistics.
• Prepare and manage team records, travel expense statements, and trip itineraries.
• Lead community engagement and service-learning opportunities for the men’s basketball program.
• Plan and lead individual development and goal-setting meetings with student-athletes.
• Assist in monitoring facility safety conditions, equipment inventory, and maintenance under the program's jurisdiction.
• Actively participate in fundraising initiatives for the basketball program and the Department of Athletics.
• Serve as the designated Game Manager for assigned home athletic contests across various sports.
• Oversee game-day environments, crowd control, and fan behavior to ensure a safe, welcoming, and positive atmosphere for student-athletes, officials, and spectators.
• Prepare facilities and locker rooms for visiting teams and game officials; provide escort and hospitality for officials.
• Support game-day operations staff and coordinate student workers.
• Assist with concessions operations, including inventory, purchasing, volunteer/staff scheduling, and secure cash box balancing and bank deposits.
• Maintain strict adherence to all Bethany College, KCAC, and NAIA rules, regulations, and spending/budgeting policies.
• Participate actively in departmental meetings and contribute ideas to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate professionally with campus academic divisions, student development, admissions, and administrative offices.
• Engage in ongoing professional development clinics, workshops, and conventions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Proactive and reliable

Team-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent coaching experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Office equipment knowledge

Job description

Bethany College invites applications for the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach & Game Management Assistant role at our Lindsborg, KS campus. This dual-role supports the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and athletic administration, focusing on program operations, recruitment, and game management.

The position emphasizes retention, academic progress, community engagement, and leadership development for student-athletes, with on-campus housing options and a competitive salary.