Dakota State University is seeking candidates for a Head Men’s Basketball Coach. This is a twelve-month, benefit eligible position. The purpose of this position is to support and enhance the direction of the Dakota State University Athletic Department and the Men’s Basketball program. As the Head Men’s Basketball Coach, the incumbent will be responsible for oversight and administration of all aspects of the Men’s basketball program which will include coaching, recruiting, player development, fundraising, compliance, budget management, and developing a positive culture.
About DSU Athletics Dakota State University competes in the North Star Athletic Association (NSAA) of the NAIA. DSU currently offers 13 sports; 6 for men and 6 for women and 1 coed.
Responsibilities:
Evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes.
Supervise assistant coaches, including hiring, training, and evaluating assistant and student coaches.
Prepare game and practice plans.
Develop and grow the skills of players through effective coaching.
Manage men’s basketball budgets.
Coordinate annual summer camps, recruitment trips, and on-campus recruitment events.
Communicate and collaborate with departments across campus to ensure student-athlete success.
Monitor academic progress of the team and individual student-athletes.
Mentor student athletes through academic and athletic challenges.
Participate in fundraising events.
Off-season game management for other DSU sports.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree.
One to three years of previous experience coaching at the collegiate or high school level.
Ability to work evening and weekends and travel as required.
Knowledge and skill to evaluate and assess student-athletes’ skills and abilities.
Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must have a strong commitment to student-athlete success.
Must have exemplary ethical conduct and a commitment to follow all applicable NAIA and North Star Conference rules and regulations.
Must have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative effort to maintain the mission, vision and objectives of the athletics department.
Benefits:
Flexible benefits package – including paid time off, health and retirement benefits
Life and disability insurance options
Reduced tuition, longevity pay and training opportunities
Professional liability coverage
How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and a list of at least three references.
Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About Dakota State University:
DSU is located in Madison, South Dakota in the southern lakes region of the state. The region boasts a wealth of outdoor sports and a life-style possible only in smaller towns and rural communities. Madison is just a 50-minute drive from Sioux Falls, the largest city in South Dakota.
Dakota State employees receive a comprehensive and flexible benefits package including paid time off, health and retirement benefits, and life and disability insurance options. Other benefits include reduced tuition, longevity pay and training opportunities. DSU also provides professional liability coverage.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
DSU is committed to equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify, EOE
DSU is located in Madison, South Dakota in the southern lakes region of the state. The region boasts a wealth of outdoor sports and a life-style possible only in smaller towns and rural communities. Madison is just a 50-minute drive from Sioux Falls, the largest city in South Dakota.
