Head Men's Basketball Coach (Head Coach (NAIA))
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Mar 25, 2026
Expired Date: Apr 04, 2026QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$45,000-$55,000/yr -
Years of Experience
4+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
Department
IU COL ATHLETICS (IN-ATHC-IUINA)
Department Information
Indiana University (IU) Columbus enrolls approximately 1000 students as a branch campus of IU Indianapolis, and undergraduate and graduate students have access to degrees from Indiana University conferred in Columbus. Students engage in classes of the same rigor and academic experiences as any student at IU, but on a smaller, more close-knit campus.
IU Columbus strives to be the destination for those who seek a high-quality education and a welcoming, distinctive small university experience that prepares our students to collaborate and contribute in meaningful and significant ways both locally and globally to 21st century communities. Our mission is to advance the State of Indiana and the intellectual growth of its citizens to the highest levels nationally and internationally through research and creative activity, teaching and learning, and civic engagement by offering a distinctive blend of bachelor's, master's, and professional degrees.
Job Summary
Department
IU COL ATHLETICS (IN-ATHC-IUINA)
Department Information
Indiana University (IU) Columbus enrolls approximately 1000 students as a branch campus of IU Indianapolis, and undergraduate and graduate students have access to degrees from Indiana University conferred in Columbus. Students engage in classes of the same rigor and academic experiences as any student at IU, but on a smaller, more close-knit campus.
IU Columbus strives to be the destination for those who seek a high-quality education and a welcoming, distinctive small university experience that prepares our students to collaborate and contribute in meaningful and significant ways both locally and globally to 21st century communities. Our mission is to advance the State of Indiana and the intellectual growth of its citizens to the highest levels nationally and internationally through research and creative activity, teaching and learning, and civic engagement by offering a distinctive blend of bachelor's, master's, and professional degrees.
Job Summary
IU Columbus is seeking to fill the role of Head Men's Basketball Coach (NAIA). This position is primarily responsible for the development of all aspects of a competitive intercollegiate sport program for the men's basketball program with general oversight by departmental leaders. This role is tasked with making recruiting and scheduling decisions independently in consultation with departmental leaders.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Directs the physical, competitive, academic, and emotional development of student athletes
- Plans and executes practice and competition plans
- Complies with National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), applicable conference, and institutional rules
- Manages budgetary control, scheduling assistance, promotions, public relations, and the overall effective performance of the student athletes and coaching staff
- Develops all aspects of the men's basketball program at IU Columbus including recruiting, training, and coaching quality student athletes as members of the program
- Provides a quality competitive experience expected by a college athlete
- Provides direction to other program coaching staff and program members
- Plans and executes the schedule of all contests, practices, and other athletic events in compliance with departmental and IU policies, NAIA conference regulations, as well as other regulatory bodies applicable
- Acts as a liaison for athletics and staff, under the direction of departmental leaders, to aid in athletic administration and continued development of the IU Columbus Department of Athletics
- Coordinates schedules within the organization and with external partners
- Monitors routine maintenance and upkeep of facilities and equipment
- Assists in budget planning and reporting
- Oversees transportation for the program
- Assists at athletic events as assigned
- Monitors academic progress of the student athletes involved in the program and refers students to assistance as needed
- Develops opportunities for student athletes to participate in service activities and NAIA Champions of Character programs
General Responsibilities
- Complies fully with all NAIA, applicable athletic conference, and Indiana University rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment
- Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student athletes by counseling team members in academic, disciplinary, sportsmanship, and personal matters, as appropriate
- Develops a competitively successful team to represent Indiana University positively and responsibly
- Provides student athletes the opportunity for a positive experience and climate in which to achieve their academic, athletic, and personal goals
- Performs recruiting duties by formulating a plan to incorporate coverage of all prospective student athletes and recruiting high-quality student-athletes that meet or exceed university qualifications
- Represents the team, department, and university in a positive, professional, and ethical manner
- Responds appropriately to media, marketing, fund-raising, and community service requests, as assigned
- Exhibits professionalism in a manner consistent with the missions and goals of Indiana University, applicable athletic conference, and the NAIA
- Directs coaching staff, when applicable
- Maintains program budget
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- Bachelor's degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
- 4 years of coaching experience
- 1 year of management experience
SKILLS
Required
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent collaboration and team building skills
- Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
- Instills commitment to organizational goals
- Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
- Effective conflict management skills
- Builds and manages effective teams
Working Conditions / Demands
This position requires both sedentary work and long durations of movement about the workspace. It requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
This is an in-person position.
Columbus, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$45,000 - $55,000 per year
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Sr. Operational
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Athletic Affairs
Job Family: Coaching
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