Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
Fresno State Athletic Corporation

 

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary: $5,833.00/month

This is full-time, temporary, exempt appointment.

Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The Fresno State Athletic Corporation provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and sick and vacation time. A summary of benefit information can be found here (under Athletic Corporation header). Athletic Corporation employees are at-will.

Job Summary

• Teach and develop sport specific skills and coaching strategies as determined by the Head Coach that enhance the athletic performance of student-athletes in practice and competition.
• Assist in developing game plans and evaluating upcoming opponents through the use of film and scouting reports.
• Support the conditioning and training of student-athletes in conjunction with the strength/weight staff, the athletic training staff, and team physicians.
• Emphasize academic success and retention to enhance graduation rates and the academic progress rate (APR).
• Identify and evaluate student-athletes in compliance with the institution's recruitment policy and head coach’s philosophy. 
• Ensure that the program is operated in compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules.
• Perform administrative duties including but not limited to organizing team travel, scheduling, facility usage, budget maintenance, community service activities and daily operations.
• Perform all duties of a Division I Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach with integrity and professionalism, on and off the court.

Key Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and a history of rules compliance.
• Coaching philosophy and teaching concepts compatible with the Head Coach and Athletic Department’s vision
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with student-athletes, administrators, support staff and community groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and project a professional approach and attitude. 
• Ability to travel extensively during recruiting process

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an institution of higher education which is accredited by one of the six US regional accrediting associations
• Minimum of three years’ experience coaching at the collegiate or club level or played professionally for 3 years or more.

Application Instructions

Applications received by April 16, 2025 will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and