SUBR | Assistant Basketball Coach

December 10, 2025
Position Vacancy Announcements

SUBR | Assistant Basketball Coach | Position: Full-Time | Salary: $40,000 - $60,000 | Application Deadline: December 31, 2025

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Assistant Basketball Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the basketball program, including coaching, recruiting, academic monitoring, player development, operations, and compliance. This position plays a key role in fostering a positive team culture, promoting student-athlete success, and representing the athletic department with professionalism.

JOB DUTIES:

Coaching & Player Development

  • Assist in planning and conducting daily practices, skill sessions, and game preparation.

  • Provide on-court instruction focused on player development, fundamentals, and position-specific skills.

  • Support the creation and implementation of game strategies, scouting reports, and film reviews.

  • Offer constructive feedback to enhance performance and basketball IQ.

Recruiting

  • Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes in line with institutional, conference, and NCAA rules.
  • Maintain communication with recruits, families, and high school/club coaches.
  • Assist with campus visits, recruiting events, and talent evaluations.

 

Academic Support & Mentorship

  • Monitor academic progress, class attendance, and eligibility.
  • Promote academic accountability, time-management skills, and personal development.
  • Serve as a mentor and positive role model.

Operations & Administration

  • Assist with team travel planning, scheduling, equipment inventory, and game-day operations.
  • Support budget management and purchasing procedures.
  • Coordinate film breakdown, analytics, and video software usage.

Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to university, conference, and NCAA rules/regulations.
  • Complete required compliance education and documentation.

Community Engagement

  • Participate in community service initiatives, fundraising events, and program promotions.
  • Represent the program positively on campus and in the community.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate's Degree or higher
  • 1-2 years of coaching experience

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher
  • Minimum of 1–2 years of coaching experience at the collegiate level, or equivalent high-level playing experience (college or professional).

 

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment application.

External applicants can apply here.

Current Southern University employees should apply here.

 

Applications should include:

  • A cover letter detailing experience and alignment with the role.
  • A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume highlighting expertise and accomplishments.
  • Three (3) professional letters of recommendation.

 

Point of Contact:

Roman Banks | Athletic Director

roman.banks@sus.edu 

 

 

A criminal background check and reference verification are required.

 

AAP/EEO Statement

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws, Southern University and A&M College forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws. This commitment applies to but is not limited to decisions made concerning hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other college-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.

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