Assistant MBB Coach
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Logo Institution Northern State University Working Title Assistant MBB Coach Posting Number NFE03040P Department NSU-Athletics Physical Location of Position (City) Aberdeen Posting Text
Northern State University is accepting applications for a full-time assistant men's basketball coach.
Primary duties include on-court coaching and training and recruiting elite student athletes. The assistant coach will assist with all aspects of an NCAA Division II men's basketball program.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with scouting, recruiting, coaching
Assisting with practice and game scheduling
Administration of team budgets
- Promoting and working NSU summer basketball camps
- Developing and maintaining effective interaction with students, colleagues, university staff, alumni, media and the community
- Knowledge and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, NSIC, and University rules, regulations as well as dedication to full academic development of student-athletes
Preferred candidate will have experience with video-editing, game analysis, graphic design, and creating/managing new technology (e.g. social media, video highlights)
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred. Minimum of three years of coaching or playing experience is required.
Posting Date 04/27/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 05/04/2026 Advertised Salary DOE Duration of the Term 11 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours
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Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40+ Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Setting: Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and unparalleled extracurricular opportunities. For the past five years, NSU has been named by US News and World Report as one of the best undergraduate institutions in the Midwest. NSU is fully accredited by NCATE, NASM, NIBS and HLC. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern S.D. The city has a population of approximately 25,000 people and is a retail hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty and staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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