Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Join the prestigious Lehigh University Athletics Department as we seek a dynamic Assistant Coach for Men's Basketball to help elevate our program to new heights. This full-time exempt position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of collegiate basketball while contributing to the academic and personal development of student-athletes.

Position Number: S83910

This position is a Grade: 8 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $46,870 - $56,250 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide sport-specific coaching and technical instruction to maximize team performance
• Lead strategic recruitment efforts to attract top-tier student-athletes
• Support comprehensive student-athlete development, including academic mentoring and life skills coaching
• Manage program administration tasks and maintain detailed records
• Drive program advancement initiatives and community engagement
• Ensure strict compliance with NCAA, Patriot League, and University policies
• Collaborate with coaching staff to develop winning game strategies and training programs

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Master's Degree preferred
• Three to five years of related work experience

Join the prestigious Lehigh University Athletics Department as we seek a dynamic Assistant Coach for Men's Basketball to help elevate our program to new heights. This full-time exempt position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of collegiate basketball while contributing to the academic and personal development of student-athletes.

Position Number: S83910

This position is a Grade: 8 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $46,870 - $56,250 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide sport-specific coaching and technical instruction to maximize team performance
• Lead strategic recruitment efforts to attract top-tier student-athletes
• Support comprehensive student-athlete development, including academic mentoring and life skills coaching
• Manage program administration tasks and maintain detailed records
• Drive program advancement initiatives and community engagement
• Ensure strict compliance with NCAA, Patriot League, and University policies
• Collaborate with coaching staff to develop winning game strategies and training programs

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Master's Degree preferred
• Three to five years of related work experience
• Experience as a student-athlete
• NCAA Certification required
• CPR/First Aid required
• Collegiate coaching experience and direct experience with the use of video systems as a tool in the development of athletic skills, and as a means for preparing game plans and tactical strategies

Lehigh University stands as a prestigious research institution where innovation meets tradition. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive compensation, health benefits, retirement planning, and professional development opportunities. You'll work alongside dedicated colleagues in a supportive, resource-rich environment committed to developing champions both on the court and in the classroom. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.
• The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community
• Variable shifts/schedule; Often work nights and weekends
• This position works with minors

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

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