Position Information
Position Title
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach-4th Assistant
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach-4th Assistant assists the Head Men’s Basketball Coach in all aspects of the Men’s Basketball program. Primary tasks include but are limited to coaching, student-athlete development, recruiting, and team practices. The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach-4th Assistant reports to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.
Job Duties
Job Duty Name
Essential Job Duties
Description of Job Duties
- Assist the head men’s basketball coach in managing and directing the basketball program.
- Assist the head coach with all aspects of the team including training, competing and scheduling.
- Organize and maintain accurate inventory of basketball equipment and uniforms.
- Coordinate travel arrangements.
- Coordinate scouting and video exchange.
- Coordinate facility needs of visiting teams.
- Organize and complete all required paperwork.
- Assist the administration with alumni relations and scholarship fundraising.
- Commit to and ensure adherence to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, the Southland Conference and the NCAA.
- Assist with recruiting including calling prospective student-athletes, and evaluating high school and junior college players.
- Work cooperatively with personnel in the Athletics Department, attending department meetings and activities, and always representing the university positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and general public.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.
- Ability to scout opponents and break down game video.
- A proven record in following directives and being responsible for assigned tasks.
- Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed.
- Ability to effectively apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
- Ability to communicate effectively – orally, by phone, in person, via social media and in writing.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Ability to effectively market and promote UIW men’s basketball.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Work Experience
Minimum of one (1) year of basketball coaching experience at the college or university level. Note that said experience at the graduate-assistant level will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) or more years of collegiate basketball coaching experience.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Must have a valid driver license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.
Work Hours
Business hours of Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm with flexibility; extended hours as required, including weekends, evenings and some holidays based on team schedule.
Physical Demands
Typical for coach in this sport.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
AS2150PO
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Type
Full Time
Job Category
Administrator (exempt)
Desired Start Date
07/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Head Men's Basketball Coach
Salary
$31,200 Annualized
Open Date
06/05/2025
Close Date
06/09/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
N/A.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
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