Assistant Coach Men's Basketball (2 Positions) - Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (4363)

Primary Function

Assist head coach in coaching student-athletes, implementation and instruction of game strategy, recruiting prospective student-athletes, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, program organization, managing travel, managing student-athlete scholarships and overseeing the discipline, conduct and image of the sport program and student-athletes of a major university sport program in conjunction with other departmental responsibilities as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities (generally)

This is a professional coaching position and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules and regulations of affiliated national, regional and state intercollegiate athletic associations, the Mid-American conference (or subsequent member conference) and the university.

Minimum Required Qualifications for this position

Bachelor’s Degree.
Minimum of 5 years collegiate coaching experience.
Minimum of two years teaching basketball skills, game and training strategies, and progressions.
Minimum one year experience with scouting reports, assisting in daily practice, and individual player relationship.

Specialty Factors (Additional Required Qualifications)

Education and Experience Preferred

Master’s degree.
Experience with Sportcode and Synergy software programs.
Coaching experience with a Division I, II, or III basketball program.
Former Division I, II, or III basketball student-athlete.

List the knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to the performance of this position.

Ability to communicate with and relate well to student-athletes, coaching and department support staff.

Ability to effectively communicate through oral, written and electronic forms.

As a staff member within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, you are responsible for knowledge of and compliance with National Collegiate Athletics Association ( NCAA ) regulations, both those general in nature and those which apply directly to your position’s responsibilities. Strict adherence to all applicable governing policies, procedures, and regulations of the NCAA is required and is a condition of your employment.

Working Hours
8-4:30pm, some weekends and nights
Minimum Pay Rate (Hourly or Monthly)
$70,000 - $85,000
Hiring Rate Information

Actual hiring rate is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity; position includes a robust benefits package to eligible applicants.

Posting Date
04/23/2021
Closing Date
05/03/2021
Priority Review Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit application and documents through NIU online employment system at https://employment.niu.edu/postings/53690. Required materials include:
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of 3 References
4. Transcripts (unofficial, with official required at hired)

Applications must be received by 5pm Monday, May 3, 2021. Please contact Lisa DeRango at lderango@niu.edu for questions.

Link to Department Homepage
www.niuhuskies.com
Physical Demands

EEO Statement

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Is Background Check Required
Yes
Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Education ( AAEOE ) at ada@niu.edu .

Clery Act Information

NIU provides information regarding campus security, personal and fire safety, including topics such as: crime prevention, emergency response procedures and crime reporting policies, in addition to crime and fire statistics for the most recent three calendar years. The Annual Security Report containing security and safety information is available at www.safety.niu.edu/clery or by contacting the University Police Department and Public Safety Department at 815-753-9628 to receive a hard copy. The Annual Fire Safety Report is available at www.niu.edu/clery/fire_report.pdf or by contacting the Environmental Health and Safety Department at 815-753-0404 to receive a hard copy.

Quick Link
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/56390
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
2. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)