Position Title: Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Term of Assignment: Term
Term End Date, If Applicable: June 30, 2027
FLSA Status: Exempt = not eligible for overtime
Work Schedule: Variable shift/variable days depending upon playing schedule, recruiting demands and department events.
Salary: Salary Range: $42,000-$45,000
Travel: 26-50%
Position Title: Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Term of Assignment: Term
Term End Date, If Applicable: June 30, 2027
FLSA Status: Exempt = not eligible for overtime
Work Schedule: Variable shift/variable days depending upon playing schedule, recruiting demands and department events.
Salary: Salary Range: $42,000-$45,000
Travel: 26-50%
Brief Statement of Duties: Assist the Head Women's Basketball Coach with all assigned duties associated with the Intercollegiate Women's Basketball Program.
Required Education: Course work leading to a degree Certificate
Discipline/Degree Area:
Required Specialized Training/Certifications: Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
NCAA learning portal proficiency, or passing within one month of hire.
Possess a current CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
Required Minimum Work Experience: Demonstrated successful basketball coaching or playing experience at the collegiate or comparative level or coaching experience at the collegiate, comparative or high school level.
No prior involvement with NCAA major rules violations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties:
Knowledge of NCAA, conference and NMU compliance rules.
Strong leadership abilities to mentor and develop student athletes.
Ability to use various computer software applications including video editing systems.
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Time management skills.
Ability to assess situations, identify problems, and implement solutions.
Ability to work effectively under stressful and high-pressure situations.
Ability to establish a good rapport and effective working relationship with student athletes, coaches, assistant coaches, administrators, college faculty and staff, alumni, professional colleagues, and the general public.
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
Collegiate basketball playing experience.
On- and off-campus recruitment of student athletes.
Other
Special Instructions to Applicants: Submit application, cover letter, resume and references. This position is not currently available for sponsorship.
Contact Information: Erica Jean, Human Resources Generalist, 906-227-1087
NMU is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply NowNorthern Michigan University record compared to the conference
| School | Conference | Overall | NET | APR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Michigan University | 15–5 | 23–9 | — | — |
| Wayne State University (Michigan) | 13–7 | 20–12 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin, Parkside | 13–7 | 18–10 | — | — |
| Ferris State University | 13–7 | 21–12 | — | — |
| Roosevelt University | 10–10 | 12–15 | — | — |
| Saginaw Valley State University | 9–11 | 15–14 | — | — |
| Michigan Technological University | 9–11 | 12–17 | — | — |
| Davenport University | 4–16 | 6–22 | — | — |
| Purdue University Northwest | 3–17 | 6–22 | — | — |
| Lake Superior State University | 2–18 | 5–23 | — | — |
| Grand Valley State University | — | — | — | — |
Northern Michigan University past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-2027 |
Casey Thousand |
– | – | |
| 2025-2026 |
Casey Thousand |
– | – | |
| 2024-2025 |
Casey Thousand |
15–5 | 23–9 | |
| 2023-2024 |
Casey Thousand |
– | – | |
| 2022-2023 |
Casey Thousand |
– | 15–13 | |
| 2021-2022 |
Troy Mattson |
7–13 | 12–16 | |
| 2020-2021 |
Troy Mattson |
– | 10–9 | |
| 2019-2020 |
Troy Mattson |
10–10 | 13–16 |
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