Women's Basketball Assistant Coach

Utah State University

Logan, UT

Posted Date: Apr 02, 2026

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Salary Expectation
Unknown
Years of Experience
2+ Years
Work Type
Full-time

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Job Description

Women's Basketball Assistant Coach

City Logan Campus

Posted Date 13 hours ago(4/1/2026 10:43 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-10103

# of Openings 1

Job Locations US-UT-Logan

Category (Portal Searching) Athletics

Position Type Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification Exempt

Women's Basketball Assistant Coach

City Logan Campus

Posted Date 13 hours ago(4/1/2026 10:43 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-10103

# of Openings 1

Job Locations US-UT-Logan

Category (Portal Searching) Athletics

Position Type Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification Exempt

Percent of Time or Hours per Week 100%

College Athletics

Department Women's Basketball

Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Telework Eligible No

Overview

Utah State University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our Women’s Basketball program as an Assistant Coach. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in identifying, recruiting, retaining, and developing talented student-athletes to contribute to the success of our program. The Assistant Coach must maintain discipline, conduct, and image standards for student-athletes, ensuring they represent USU with pride.

The Assistant Coach will work closely with the New Head Coach to implement strategies for a winning program as well as build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including alumni, boosters, and community members.

This position will also collaborate with the Head Coach to ensure compliance with NCAA policies and regulations, serve as a liaison within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and engage with the Cache Valley and Utah State University communities, as well as participate in activities beyond the Women’s Basketball program, contributing to the overall success and reputation of USU Athletics.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in all facets of the basketball program, including but not limited to on and off-campus recruiting, practice organization, and game planning.
Maintain a strong working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, ensuring compliance in all aspects of the program's operations. Violation of conference or NCAA regulation, as well as those policies of the university, could create negative publicity and jeopardize the University in conference or NCAA standings. Violations by employees will be documented and dealt with on an individual basis and can be cause for dismissal.
Manage assigned budget responsibly, including overseeing equipment purchases and travel expenses.
Coordinate recruiting as the Recruiting Coordinator, working closely with the Athletic Department Travel Coordinator.
Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes and provide support as needed to ensure their success in the classroom.
Demonstrate proficiency in basketball coaching techniques and strategies, with the ability to develop athletes at every position.
Uphold and promote a culture of integrity, sportsmanship, and ethical conduct among staff, student-athletes, and representatives of athletic interests.
Successfully complete the NCAA recruiting exam and adhere to all recruiting guidelines and regulations.
Foster team cohesion and camaraderie through effective team-building activities and communication.
Engage with the community and media to promote the basketball program and foster positive relationships both on and off-campus.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required.
A minimum of 2 years experience in collegiate coaching.
Strong understanding of NCAA rules and regulations pertaining to Division I athletics.
Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the demands of the basketball season.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years as assistant coach at the Division I level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with student-athletes, staff, and community members.
Demonstrated commitment to the academic mission of the university and the academic success of student-athletes.
Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor for student-athletes, promoting character development and personal growth.
Proficiency in basketball coaching techniques and strategies, with the ability to develop athletes at all skill levels.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

*updated 12/2025

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

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In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

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