Position Information
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Position Title
Assistant/Associate Head Coach for Men's Basketball
About this Opportunity
Ball State University welcomes applications for an Assistant/Associate Head Coach for Men’s Basketball.
Title and salary will be determined based upon candidate qualifications.
This full-time opportunity includes a generous benefits package with health insurance, retirement programs, educational assistance, and much more.
Title and salary will be determined based upon candidate qualifications.
This full-time opportunity includes a generous benefits package with health insurance, retirement programs, educational assistance, and much more.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. .
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
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FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Fiscal Year - FT Contract
Position Function
Provide teaching and instruction to student-athletes; perform duties in all areas of the Men’s Basketball program at the direction of the head coach, athletic director, or sport supervisor.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree by date of appointment.
Minimum Experience
Successful playing and/or coaching experience in the sport of basketball.
Minimum Other
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree.
Preferred Experience
Two years of collegiate coaching experience in the sport of basketball.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a Drivers License check, Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Department
Basketball-Mens:110090
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
Duties & Responsibilities
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Provide teaching and instruction to student-athletes.
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Develop, in conjunction with the head coach, planning of practice sessions and competitive coaching situations.
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Coordinate recruiting program; assess and evaluate talent and recruitment of athletes into the program; includes, contact by telephone and mail; off campus evaluations; on campus visits.
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Develop scouting reports and pre-competition evaluations of opponents.
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Monitor, in conjunction with the head coach, the academic progress, the conditioning, and the training of the student-athletes.
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Show commitment to and responsibility for adherence to all rules and regulations of Ball State University, the Mid-American Conference, and the NCAA; pass the NCAA certification examination on an annual basis.
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Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202501754P
Desired Start Date
06/23/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
06/02/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date
06/06/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.
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