Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

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Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Full or Part Time

Part Time

FTE

.25 FTE

Position Type

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Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Full or Part Time

Part Time

FTE

.25 FTE

Position Type

Limited Duration

Posting Number

20110643C&A

Position Summary Information

| Job Description Summary |
Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is excited to announce that it is currently seeking nominations, applications, and expressions of interest for an Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach. The position of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is part-time .25 FTE, 10-Month position in the Athletics Department and reports directly to the Head Men’s Basketball Coach.

The Assistant Men’s Basketball coach assists the head coach in all facets of the program to develop an elite NAIA Men’s Basketball program that will be competitive and advance the team in the competition, academics, and in the community. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and possess the ability to lead, teach and coach student-athletes in a challenging environment with a strong basketball mindset. The assistant coach will have a strong focus on recruiting and coaching instruction as well as building a strong and successful team culture.

The Eastern Oregon University Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is expected to adhere to the NAIA Coaches Code and EOU’s Athletic Department’s guiding principles:

(1) Support the physical, emotional, social, and mental development of student-athletes through a robust system of care and support that produces quality student-athlete experiences.

(2) Support high standards for academic excellence, assisting in academic oversight.

(3) A competent pursuit of athletic excellence shown by competing for Cascade Conference titles and participating in NAIA postseason play by advancing to the national championships.

(4) Embrace the responsibility for equitable treatment and promotion of diversity, acceptance, and inclusion.

(5) Encourage department innovation for enhanced success, and cultivate a mindset for growth, professional development, work-life integration, and department financial vitality.

(6) Promote community engagement and student-athlete character development through respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship, and servant leadership.

(7) Strictly adhere to the highest level of fiscal control and full compliance with all governing associations with transparency and integrity.

(8) Engage EOU alumni through collaborative efforts that generate “Lifelong Mountie” loyalty and support.

Position Starts September 1, 2025 | | Responsibilities |
Recruiting

• Assist the Head Coach to successfully research, scout, evaluate and contact prospective student-athletes while operating within the guidelines of the department, institution, and NAIA at all times.

Training

• Assist the Head Coach to design, conduct and monitor all athletically related activities per NAIA and institutional regulations regarding competition, practice, and conditioning opportunities.
• Work with the Head Coach to evaluate student-athletes performance in competition, practice, and conditioning situations in order to identify strengths and areas of improvement.
• Provide leadership during competition, practice, and conditioning sessions to facilitate proper technique and attitudes towards each other, opponents, and the athletic department.

Competitions

• Assist in the development of sound game plans and strategies for the team in preparation for competitions.
• Assist team-related game day activities including practices, pre and postgame meals, travel, lodging, and any related functions.

Public Relations/Fundraising

• Participate in public relations activities as approved by taking part in interviews with print, radio, or television media.
• Represent the university at professional, civic, booster, or alumni events as requested.
• Take an active role in any general Booster Club and/or department activities intended to secure resources for the department. Be actively engaged in a civic organization of your choice.

Administrative Duties

• Assist with the development of overall facility schedules as it relates to competitions, practice, visiting teams, and camps.
• Cooperate with all other coaches and staff in order to further enhance the operations of the entire department and university.

| | Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. - Four (4) years of experience as a collegiate basketball player and or basketball coaching experience. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Strong organizational skills. - Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations. - First Aid/CPR Certified. - Mental Health First Aid Training. - Current and Valid Drivers license with a clean driving record.

• Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Eastern Oregon University will not sponsor applicants for employment visas.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations.

| | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant must provide:
1) Letter of application (which should include why this position is attractive to the applicant, how it meets the applicant’s professional goals, and what attracts the applicant to EOU);
2) Curriculum vitae;
3) Submit names, emails, and phone numbers for at least three references in the reference section of the application.

Candidates are encouraged to review the values and principles of Eastern Oregon University https://www.eou.edu/institutional-effectiveness/values-and-principles/.

Only complete files of qualified applicants will be reviewed.

Eastern Oregon University – Oregon’s Rural University! – is a respected public, higher education institution of academic excellence. Brilliant faculty and staff thrive and together fulfill their career ambitions to serve students from all walks of life.

EOU is a beautiful, quaint campus nestled in a remarkably scenic, high elevation valley populated by wonderful, community-minded citizens that have balanced work-life flexibility. Take a virtual tour of Eastern Oregon University https://www.eou.edu/visitor/.

Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities, and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law. | | Salary | $10,000 Duration Stipend, 10-Months ($1,000 Monthly) |

Posting Detail Information

| Open Date | | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | First Day of Application Review | | | Quick Link to Posting | https://eou.peopleadmin.com/postings/... |

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • EOU Website Posting
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • State Employment Service
   • DiverseJobs.net
   • Referral by EOU Employee
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Newspaper
   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents 1. Veteran Preference Document

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