Assistant Basketball Coach and Intramurals Coordinator

About the Role

Saint John’s University Athletics invites applications for a full-time (0.83 FTE), benefit eligible position of Assistant Basketball Coach and Intramurals Coordinator. The Assistant Basketball Coach and Intramurals Coordinator reports to the Head Basketball Coach under the direction of the Director of Athletics. This position is responsible for helping conduct the Saint John’s Basketball (SJU) program with integrity and under the rules and mission of Saint John’s University, the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC), and NCAA Division III. This position also coordinates the campus intramural program.

Responsibilities

Assistant Basketball Coach (70%)

• Contribute to the effective management of a thriving, outcome-driven program
• Contribute to the planning and execution of effective team practices, skill sessions, and game strategies
• Provide instruction on skills and techniques to enhance player development
• Analyze game performance and develop improvement plans
• Cultivate an enriching and inclusive co-curricular journey for student athletes, enhancing SJU's reputation positively
• Offer guidance and mentorship to student athletes, fostering their growth and development

Recruiting Responsibilities:

• Support the recruitment of skilled, diverse, and talented prospective student athletes for the SJU basketball team
• Initiate and respond to recruiting correspondences
• Attend high school games and showcases
• Personally engage with prospective basketball student athletes during campus visits, under the guidance of the Head Basketball Coach

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Assist in ensuring the eligibility of student athletes
• Assist in organizing, staffing and overseeing all home games
• Assist in coordinating practice and competition schedules
• Support in arranging all team travel, lodging, and meals
• Assist in managing equipment purchasing, distribution, inventory, and maintenance for the SJU basketball program
• Collaborate with appropriate offices and media outlets to promote and showcase the basketball program and its student athletes to alumni, recruits and fans
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Intramurals Coordinator (30%)

• Coordinate the SJU intramural program, including leagues, tournaments, special events, registration, scheduling, and participant communication
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise student employees supporting intramural activities, including officials and game supervisors
• Coordinate game and event operations, including facility use, equipment, staffing, and adherence to established rules and procedures
• Promote intramural programs and encourage student participation through campus outreach and engagement efforts
• Maintain program records, participation data, equipment inventories, and other administrative documentation
• Respond to participant concerns, safety issues, and incidents and ensure programs are conducted in a safe, inclusive, and positive environment

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Previous basketball coaching and/or collegiate playing experience
• Demonstrated success in recruiting student-athletes
• Experience managing budgets
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage students, parents, alumni, colleagues, the monastic community, media, and athletics officials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III athletics and the role of intercollegiate athletics in higher education
• Commitment to adhering to NCAA DIII, MIAC, and institutional policies and regulations
• Availability and willingness to work nights and weekends
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and lead student employees and student-athletes
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain a results-oriented mindset
• Valid driver's license; driver's check and defensive driving program completion necessary upon hire
• An understanding and appreciation for the character and success of the SJU Athletic Department and its programs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including leading players through training sessions, demonstrating techniques and skills
• The role requires mobility across campus facilities and competition venues
• Must be capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, and transporting items weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including exposure to varying temperatures

Travel Requirements

Regular travel for games, recruiting, and other program-related activities

Benefits

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more