Posting Details
Dakota State University
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
NFE02717P
Posting Details
Dakota State University
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
NFE02717P
DSU-Athletics
Madison
Dakota State University is seeking a dedicated and motivated
Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
to support our men’s basketball program. This position plays a key role in developing student-athletes, enhancing team performance, and ensuring program success through coaching and recruiting.
About
DSU
Athletics
Dakota State University competes in the Frontier Conference (FC) of the
NAIA
.
DSU
currently offers 14 sports; 6 for men and 7 for women and 1 coed.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in planning and conducting practices, game strategies, and skill development sessions.
Provide on-court coaching during games, helping with tactical adjustments and player performance.
Serve as head coach for the junior varsity team.
Identify and evaluate prospective student-athletes, ensuring a strong pipeline of talent.
Establish relationships with high school and club coaches to enhance recruiting efforts.
Coordinate campus visits and communicate program expectations with potential recruits.
Support the academic, physical, and mental development of student-athletes.
Organize and execute fundraising activities to support the men’s basketball program.
Plan and manage youth camps and clinics to promote program visibility and development.
Ensure compliance with university, conference, and
NAIA
regulations.
Oversee equipment maintenance, including inventory, and order.
Coordinate team travel.
Manage game film recording, breakdown, and exchange for scouting and player analysis.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
1-3 years of basketball coaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
Strong knowledge of game strategy and skill development, and player conditioning.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required by the position.
Initiative to solve problems.
Excellent written and verbal communication and people skills to effectively connect with student-athletes, coaching staff, and university stakeholders.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to obtain a
CDL
driver’s license for driving of team personnel.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits:
Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from
SDRS
and are vested after three years of service.
Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
Reduced tuition for education.
Professional liability coverage
Paid family leave
How to Apply
:
DSU
accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu<... . Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and a list of at least three references.
For questions concerning the position, contact Alicia Entringer at alicia.entringer@dsu.edu
Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled
05/14/2025
Yes
NFE Pay Grade RC1: Starting at $32,000.00
12 months
100%
Regular
No
External (includes Internal)
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License, CDL with enhancements
Ability to obtain/maintain CDL for driving team to competitions
In addition to the exciting professional opportunities at Dakota State University, employees will have the privilege of enjoying the benefits of Madison, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the state, Madison offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, creating an ideal environment for work-life balance.
The city boasts a range of recreational activities, from picturesque parks to outdoor events, fostering a sense of community engagement and well-being. Madison’s scenic landscapes and proximity to nearby lakes provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it be fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying the beauty of the great outdoors.
Madison’s location within South Dakota provides easy access to larger cities, cultural events, and regional attractions. Madison is only a short 50 minute drive from South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls.
DSU
is committed to equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify,
EOE
.
Cognitive Requirements
| Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. | Analyzing, Comprehend, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast |
Protective Clothing/Equipment
| Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. | | | If other protection is used please identify | |
Physical Requirements
| Please designate the physical requirements of this position | Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Climbing Stairs, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Standing for sustained periods of time, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating), Balancing, Carrying, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Repetitive Motion, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently | | Describe any of the conditions selected | |
Sensory Requirements
| Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. | Depth Perception, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses), Distant Vision, Hearing |
Working Conditions & Exposures
| Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. | Exposure to Noise, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity) | | Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above | |
Working Environment
| Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. | Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Office Environment | | If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided. | |
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Transcripts 4. Reference List
Optional Documents 1. Other
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