Assistant Coach-Mens Basketball

Intercollegiate Athletics

Search  2350- Posted April 10, 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate excellent teaching and coaching competencies with regard to:(a) sport skill instruction (b) motivation (c) tactical strategies (d) physical training and fitness in practices and competition.
• Design and execute a competitive schedule for intercollegiate contests (including practice planning) that maximizes individual and collective student-athlete development and performance, prioritizing conference play within an academically rigorous educational experience. Create team results that are competitive within the MIAA and NCAA. Along with the Strength & Conditioning staff, plan and implement the annual conditioning program. Work closely with Training Room personnel regarding prevention and rehabilitation of injuries.
• Successful recruitment, matriculation, retention, and graduation of student-athletes capable of attaining the baccalaureate and or a master’s degree in sufficient quantity to maintain a team roster appropriate for competitive success.
• Exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Conference, Institute, and Department of Athletics rules, policies and expectations including commitment to lifelong learning, sportsmanship on and off the field of play, positive leadership and the desire and ability to act as a positive role model and representative of the Institute at all times. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Knowledge of college Men’s Basketball and NCAA rules required. Minimum of five years of NCAA Division I and/or II collegiate coaching experience required. Proven ability to establish positive relationships with donors, alumni, former players, and local Men’s Basketball community essential. Proven ability to relate to high school and college-aged student-athletes essential.   

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred. College coaching experience at a NCAA Division I or II institution with NCAA post season experience strongly preferred. Competitive playing experience and fund-raising experience desirable. 

COMPENSATION:

• Salary:  $48,084.00 - $62,000.00
• Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

• Health Insurance
• Free Dental insurance for employees
• Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
• Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
• Dependent tuition waiver
• For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here. 

APPLY:

Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references here. 

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

A background check is required prior to hire.

For more information

Human Resources

humres@emporia.edu

(620) 341-5379

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.