Head Men's Basketball Coach

 

Working Title: Head Men's Basketball Coach

Classification Title: Administrator IV

Posting Details 

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, March 16, 2025 @ 11:59PM PT

The review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Anticipated start date for successful candidate is April 2025.

Hiring Preference

Not Applicable

Position Summary

The Head Coach for Men’s Basketball is responsible for assuring adherence to, respect for, and following the academic standards and requirements of the University with regard to the recruiting and eligibility of prospective and current student-athletes. All academic standards, requirements and policies of the University shall be observed by the Head Coach for Men’s Basketball and members of the staff, including assistant coaches, at all times and shall not be compromised or violated. It is the goal and desire of both the University and the members of the Sacramento State Men’s Basketball Program to achieve at the highest possible academic level, with the expectation that the team’s NCAA Academic Progress Rate will meet or exceed NCAA threshold minimums and the graduation rate for these student-athletes will be at least above the graduation rate for the general undergraduate student population at the University.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: Compensation package will be commensurate to candidate's education, skills, experience, and training

CSU Classification Salary Range: $ 10,106.00 - $ 32,441.00 per month

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Salary Grade/Range:  1

Recruitment Type: This is a definite-term, contracted position. The length of appointment will be discussed at time of offer

Time Base: Full-Time

Pay Plan: 12

Work Hours: Hours vary based on team in-season and off-season needs

Department Information 

The program of intercollegiate athletics is organized and conducted as an integral part of the total educational program of the University. Academic excellence and athletic accomplishments go hand in hand at Sacramento State. There are three separate and unique missions in this program: to contribute to the educational objectives of the University; to provide a healthy, competitive athletic experience to individual student-athletes; to serve as a public relations vehicle within the community.

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics offers both academic courses and an intercollegiate athletics program. Academic courses offer the opportunity for individuals to gain knowledge and understanding in a particular area of expertise related to intercollegiate athletics.

Sacramento State has made a strong commitment to the achievement of national excellence at the NCAA Division I level. It also is committed to maintaining an equitable program between men and women.

With a current student population of approximately 30,000, Sacramento State, the capital University, is one of the larger campuses in the 23-campus California State University system, the largest system of higher education in the nation. The Athletic Department at Sacramento State supports 21 NCAA Division I athletic teams and includes over 450 student athletes competing in the Big Sky, Big West, and the Western Athletic Conference. For more information about Hornet Athletics visit: https://hornetsports.com/landing/index.

Required Qualifications 

Education:

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university, or equivalent combination of education training, and professional work experience.

Experience:

1. Two - three years of experience coaching or equivalent experience.
2. Knowledge of the NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
3. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict compliance with all NCAA and conference rules and regulations in ad