Assistant Women's Basketball Coach (AP25-050)

EXPIRED

Description

SIUE Athletics is recruiting a high-energy, strategic-minded, and student-focused Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach to help build a competitive NCAA Division I program. You will work closely with the head coach on organizing and administering a women’s basketball program in accordance with rules and regulations of the NCAA and OVC. You must have a passion for developing student-athletes and help them reach their potential on and off the court.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assisting in all aspects of program operations—coaching, scouting, recruiting, player development, game-day prep, and more

• Being a mentor and motivator, fostering both athletic and academic growth among student-athletes

• Supporting a team environment that prioritizes health, safety, and overall well-being

• Managing logistics: coordinating practices, travel, film, equipment, and compliance-related documentation

• Cultivating a championship mindset rooted in integrity, effort, and respect

Qualifications – What You Bring to the Program:

• A relentless work ethic and commitment to building a premier Division I program

Description

SIUE Athletics is recruiting a high-energy, strategic-minded, and student-focused Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach to help build a competitive NCAA Division I program. You will work closely with the head coach on organizing and administering a women’s basketball program in accordance with rules and regulations of the NCAA and OVC. You must have a passion for developing student-athletes and help them reach their potential on and off the court.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assisting in all aspects of program operations—coaching, scouting, recruiting, player development, game-day prep, and more

• Being a mentor and motivator, fostering both athletic and academic growth among student-athletes

• Supporting a team environment that prioritizes health, safety, and overall well-being

• Managing logistics: coordinating practices, travel, film, equipment, and compliance-related documentation

• Cultivating a championship mindset rooted in integrity, effort, and respect

Qualifications – What You Bring to the Program:

• A relentless work ethic and commitment to building a premier Division I program

• Experience in collegiate-level coaching or playing, with strong recruiting connections a plus

• Clear knowledge and adherence to NCAA and Ohio Valley Conference rules and policies

• A proven ability to support the holistic development of student-athletes

• A strong understanding of the balance between competitiveness and compliance

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Previous collegiate or professional coaching or playing experience
- Strong communication and organization skills

Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree
- 1-2 years of collegiate coaching experience as an NCAA Division I or II assistant coach, or NCAA Division II or III, NAIA or NJCAA head coach experience, or professional playing experience

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full time and part time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu.

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu .

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