Job Title

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Athletics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Title

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Athletics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M University–Kingsville

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.

Location:  The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.

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Position Overview

The Assistant Women's Basketball Coach assists the Head Women's Basketball Coach in directing all activities of the women's basketball program within NCAA, LSC, TAMUK, and TAMUS policies, guidelines, and procedures. Responsibilities include recruiting student-athletes, assisting with practices, games, and travel operations, supporting administrative functions, promoting accountability and team culture, and engaging in community outreach and donor relations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Coaching and Player Development

• Plan, organize, and administer the Women’s Basketball program

• Lead, motivate, and develop student-athletes athletically, academically, personally, and as leaders

• Foster accountability, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture

• Develop and implement practice sessions

• Evaluate team and opponent performance to determine game strategy and manage/prepare team for competition

• Determine and execute game strategy in consultation with the Head Coach

Recruiting and Student Athlete Success

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes in compliance with NCAA Division II regulations

• Provide resources to support and monitor academic success

• Promote personal development, leadership, and positive team culture

Operations and Administrative Support

• Assist with travel coordination, scheduling, and day-to-day program logistics

• Support equipment management and practice/game preparation

• Perform administrative tasks such as documentation, reports, and coordination with athletic staff

External Relations

• Promote the program to alumni, campus, and external stakeholders

• Serve as social media liaison

• Organize and participate in fundraising and alumni engagement

• Represent the University as directed by athletics leadership

Required Qualifications

Education – Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Experience – One (1) years of college coaching experience.
Registration/Licenses – Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience coaching at an NCAA DII or DI institution

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution

• Recruiting experience, specifically in recognizing TAMUK profiles

• Working knowledge of the Lone Star Conference and its women’s basketball teams/locations

• Working knowledge/experience with video software to aid in film breakdown, specifically Synergy, and JustPlay Scouting/Playbook development.

• CPR, First Aid, AED

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to foster a positive and enthusiastic team attitude

• Superior written and oral communication and public relations skills

• Mental agility and dedication to ingenuity

• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills

• Demonstrated strong work ethic

• Demonstrated commitment to comply with all NCAA rules and regulations

• Demonstrated excellent decision-making capabilities

• Ability to create positive relationships throughout the program

• A passion for the success of student-athletes

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.

• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.

Why Join the Javelina Nation?

Texas A&M University–Kingsville offers a supportive, mission-driven culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, and service. All employees enjoy:

• A welcoming campus community

• Opportunities for professional development

• Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System

• A rewarding experience of helping students achieve their academic and career goals

Shared Values: TAMUK employees uphold the Shared Values of Care, Integrity, Pride, Innovation, and Excellence, which form the foundation of the University’s culture and guide its strategic plan. More information on TAMUK’s Strategic Plan and Shared Values can be found here.

4DX : TAMUK employees actively engage in Franklin Covey’s 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) activities within their departments. TAMUK utilizes 4DX as the framework for pursuing strategic goals by creating a culture of high performance. This requires participation from all faculty and staff. More information on 4DX can be found here.

Caring Campus:  TAMUK employees embody the Institute for Evidence Based Change’s Caring Campus mindset, maintaining a collegial and caring attitude towards students and each other to foster student engagement and a positive, collaborative work environment. More information on Caring Campus can be found here.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. In addition to base pay, TAMUK provides eligible employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, professional growth, and financial security.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

With our generous benefit package, robust professional development opportunities, strong retirement programs, and dedication to service excellence, TAMUK is a truly engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance:

• Medical

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-Campus Wellness Opportunities:

• TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program

• Book scholarships

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Employee Leave:

• 8+ hours of vacation per month

• 8 hours of sick leave per month

• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave

• 12-15 paid holidays per year

Additional Information

A federal proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M University-Kingsville will not pay this fee. If immigration sponsorship may be required for employment, consult with private immigration counsel, at the individual’s expense, is recommended to determine whether the individual’s current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University-Kingsville subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B petitions unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if sponsorship for employment visa status is required now or in the future, this moratorium may affect the university’s ability to employ the selected final candidate. TAMUK will adhere to applicable regulations regarding visa opportunities.

Application Instructions

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• Contact information for 3 professional references

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Other Requirements and Factors

• This position is security sensitive

• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.

• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMUK policies, regulations, rules, and procedures

• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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