Assistant Coach - Women's Basketball

Job Title

Assistant Coach - Women's Basketball

Department

Womens Basketball

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Assist the Head Women's Basketball coach in organizing and administering all aspects of our NCAA Division I women’s basketball program, including the oversight and management of the NIL program. Essential duties include, but are not limited to: day to day coaching of student athletes; individual skill instruction; recruiting athletically and academically sound, competitive student athletes that can compete at the NCAA Division I level; scheduling to enhance NCAA championship opportunities; assist with team travel planning; oversee and promote compliance of NCAA rules among staff, student athletes, and representatives of athletic interest; serve as a positive role model for student athletes; and assist Head Coach with managing assigned budgeted funds. Serve as the Defensive Specialist of all defensive systems, oversee staff and team managers, serve as housing liaison for off-campus apartments, oversee admissions for incoming players and work with the Academic Counselor to monitor tutor and study hall assignments, work with agents for graduation athletes, and act as a liaison with the MTSU Public Safety Department. Work to enhance the image of the University, promote positive community relations, and perform other related tasks or projects as assigned.

Required Education

Job Title

Assistant Coach - Women's Basketball

Department

Womens Basketball

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Assist the Head Women's Basketball coach in organizing and administering all aspects of our NCAA Division I women’s basketball program, including the oversight and management of the NIL program. Essential duties include, but are not limited to: day to day coaching of student athletes; individual skill instruction; recruiting athletically and academically sound, competitive student athletes that can compete at the NCAA Division I level; scheduling to enhance NCAA championship opportunities; assist with team travel planning; oversee and promote compliance of NCAA rules among staff, student athletes, and representatives of athletic interest; serve as a positive role model for student athletes; and assist Head Coach with managing assigned budgeted funds. Serve as the Defensive Specialist of all defensive systems, oversee staff and team managers, serve as housing liaison for off-campus apartments, oversee admissions for incoming players and work with the Academic Counselor to monitor tutor and study hall assignments, work with agents for graduation athletes, and act as a liaison with the MTSU Public Safety Department. Work to enhance the image of the University, promote positive community relations, and perform other related tasks or projects as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in HHP or related field preferred.

Required Related Experience

Two (2) years of Amateur Athletic Union (AAU), high school, college, and/or professional coaching experience or collegiate playing experience required. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required

Desirable Related Experience

Four (4) years of high school, AAU, college or professional coaching and or playing experience at the college level preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents Click here for additional information.

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.

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Application Review Date: May 20, 2026; for optimal consideration, please apply before April 14, 2026

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