Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

CSL ATH: Men's Basketball

With a rich and storied history, the University of Chicago’s Department of Athletics & Recreation endeavors to serve the broad range of fitness, physical recreation, and athletic needs of the University of Chicago community. The Department sponsors 20 intercollegiate teams and 570 student-athletes in various varsity sports. The Department sponsors more than 40 club sports and a diverse intramural sports program in which approximately 8,500 students participate each year. Numerous open recreation opportunities are provided in the two indoor facilities as well as the outdoor fields, courts, and running track. On an average day, approximately 2,100 students, faculty and staff use the athletic and recreational facilities on campus.

Job Summary

Assists the Head Coach in all aspects of running an NCAA Division III Basketball program by teaching and coaching student athletes, recruiting highly selective high school senior athletes, developing and implementing game strategies, and leading physical training and practice organization.

• Direct the work of student workers and volunteer assistant coaches.
• Serve on departmental committees. Represent the University of Chicago in professional, alumni, and civic functions.
• Comply with institutional, University Athletic Association, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Extensive domestic travel required.
• Secondary departmental responsibilities will be assigned by the Athletic Director.
• All of your coaching staff are required to drive for recruiting purpose.
• Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent-student staffings.
• Helps staff to plan and execute events.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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• Master's degree.

• Minimum of two years of significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in Men's Basketball at the professional, collegiate, or high school level.
• Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy.

• CPR/First Aid certification (may be fulfilled upon employment).
• Valid Driver's License.

• Proficient in computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite and other software.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.
• Embracing and understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion on teams and at the University.

• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required.

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)
• List of 3 References (preferred)

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

Yes

Pay Rate Type

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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