Assistant Men's Head Basketball Coach

About the role

Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish. All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: Assistant Men's Head Basketball Coach Position Type: Professional / Unclassified Department: LSUA Athletics - Men's Basketball (Tyler Scott Unsicker (00071869) (Inherited)) Work Location: LSU - Alexandria Pay Grade: Athletic Coach Job Description: Assistant Men's Basketball Coach JOB DESCRIPTION REPORTS TO : Head Men's Basketball Coach Responsible for assisting in the management and administration of all phases of a successful Basketball program. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Serve as Assistant Coach for the LSUA Men's Basketball Team Follow all University, and Athletic Department Policies and Procedures Adhere to rules, policies, and philosophies set forth by The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and Association of Independent Institutions (A.I.I.) Responsible for assisting in the athletic education/instruction, development/training and evaluation of student-athletes Directs and manages student manager including the delegation and prioritization of administrative responsibilities Responsible for the search/recruitment of quality prospective student-athletes Works closely with Sports Medicine staff and team physicians to ensure the safety, health and well-being of the student-athletes Assists the Generals Athletic Association (GAA) in fundraising activities/events/camps Develops a comprehensive and functional knowledge of the sport and actively seeks to develop new performance methods and strategies Maintains a thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable LSUA, Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) rules and regulations Assist in recruiting of deserving student-athletes, track the academic progress of all players Assist in maintaining an ethical and moral code of behavior and living that is expected of the players who are residing on campus Assist in implementing the weight and fitness training program Works with the Head Basketball coach and University Facilities to keep the maintenance of the Basketball Facility and maintaining equipment inventory Assists with other duties/projects as assigned/directed POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED : Student Managers

Requirements

• Education :
• Bachelor's Degree
• Three years minimum experience in athletics at junior college or university level is preferred. May include graduate level experience and may include experience not directly related to Men's Basketball.
• Other:
• Knowledge of sports rules, officiating, coaching, and tournament scheduling
• Strong organizational and communication skills; and high ethical standards
• Comprehensive computer skills including all Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to operate within an enhanced team environment
• Ability to self-start, be creative, show initiate, and meet established goals and deadlines
• Further consideration will be given to those applicants who possess :
• A working knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations
• Coaching experience at the NAIA level
• Collegiate and/or professional level playing experience
• A current commercial driver's license (CDL) and/or willingness to attain one
• OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein or assigned by the Head Coach and Director of Athletics.
• Additional Job Description:
• Competencies:
• None
• Special Instructions:
• Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
• A successful Background Check via Hire Right is also required for employment.
• All questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at 318-473-6401 or hr@lsua.edu.
• Skills Needed:
• Preferred Skills:
• Posting Date:
• June 26, 2026
• Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
• Additional Position Information:
• Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

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