Head Men’s Basketball Coach

About Us:

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

Position Overview:

Southwestern University has an immediate opening for a Head Men’s Basketball Coach. Reporting to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. This Position will serve as the Head Coach of the men’s basketball program, providing outstanding leadership in support of our students. This is a full-time exempt position eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.

Essential Duties:

• Provide skill instruction and conditioning work consistent with a high-performing NCAA Division III varsity athletic program.
• Recruit and retain highly talented athletes who also have the academic acumen to thrive at SU.
• Financial management of the program including strict adherence to university budgets.
• Participation in fund raising activities to support program objectives.
• Compliance with all university, conference, and NCAA policies, procedures, and bylaws.
• Be an outstanding mentor to our students by modeling professionalism and high moral standards.
• Support classroom excellent by utilizing all available university resources in support of students.
• Craft a competition schedule which allows for the demonstration of athletic excellence while remaining financially prudent.
Hire, train, and supervise assistant coaches and volunteers.

Additional Duties

• Serve as an Administrator in Charge (AIC) of select events during the year.
• Participate on campus committees as requested.
• Serve as an instructor for ESS or FRA classes if qualified.
Other reasonable duties as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics or designee.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Proven experience in coaching and ability to demonstrate proper techniques unique to the sport
• CPR and First Aid or a willingness to become certified within three months of hire
Have knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three or more years coaching at the college or post-secondary levels
• Collegiate or professional playing experience in the sport
• Experience in recruiting college-level varsity athletes
Master’s degree from an accredited university

Starting annual salary: $69,440. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting salary.

Benefits:

Southwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and welfare insurance (medical, dental, and vision), life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability coverage, generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), various paid time-off options, undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking, and discounted meal rates, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/164461. Email and paper applications will not be accepted.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

In compliance with immigration laws, proof of work authorization in the United States will be required when employment begins. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.