Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Hiring for Director of Basketball Sports Performance/Assistant Coach () at Edwardsville, IL Full Time

Position Title:Director of Basketball Sports Performance/Assistant Coach (16047) Department:105492 – Intercollegiate Athletics Job Posting Description:About SIUE Intercollegiate AthleticsThe mission of the SIUE Intercollegiate Athletics program is to provide students with opportunities to enhance their education, to represent the University, and to participate in competitive sports while developing skills and understanding.This mission is fulfilled through meeting the following objectives:

1. Emphasize the student athlete concept and support the academic achievement of all participants;
2. Engage in all sporting activities in compliance with NCAA, Conference and University regulations and procedures;
3. Provide equal opportunities for both male and female athletes;
4. Enhance the University’s visibility and name recognition through a comprehensive program of successful competitive athletics;
5. Provide spectator events that contribute to campus life, build community spirit and generate regional competition and rivalry. The Athletic Department has an opening for the position of Director of Basketball Sports Performance to assist with organization, administration, and development of effective conditioning programs for men’s and women’s basketball. This position works with student-athletes individually to provide regular assessments and monitoring of conditioning activity, assists in the operation, supervision, maintenance, and overall safety of the athletics department, conditioning facilities, assists in communicating with coaches, student-athletes, and trainers as to sport needs, goals, student-athlete compliance/attendance, and medical limitations.The Director is responsible for advising the Strength, Conditioning, and Training Coach and the Associate Assistant Director on equipment needs, safety concerns, and overall operations. Supportive of the student-athlete concept and has a demonstrated concern for the health, safety, and welfare of each student-athlete. Additional duties as assigned. Comply with University, Conference and NCAA Division I rules and regulations.

Reports to the Strength, Conditioning, and Training Coach, Deputy AD, and the Director of Athletics and must subscribe to the SIUE Principles Governing Athletics.

SIUE Athletics is dedicated to providing a campus climate that promotes a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning environment. The Cougars As One mission states: We are committed to building a diverse culture that is inclusive of people of all races, genders, orientations, ages, religions, and identities. We will empower our student-athletes, coaches, and staff to stand up against injustice and hate in order to shape a changing world.

Benefits Package

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at percentage of appointment) including:
*Medical, dental and vision insurance; *University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
*Life insurance;
*SURS retirement plan;
*Supplemental retirement savings plans;
*Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
*Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
*WorkLife programs;
*Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
*Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
*Flexible Spending Account Program;
For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits

To Apply for this Vacancy:

This position closes to applicants at 11:59 p.m. CST on the posting end date. Candidates must upload and attach the following documentation to their application package in SIUE’s HireTouch system:

-Cover Letter
-Resume
-Unofficial academic transcripts, including those for SIUE. All candidates must provide transcripts for educational qualification verification and/or course work assessment
-List of at least three professional references with current contact information

When uploading your required documents, please ensure you attach them to the correct position using the drop-down box to label. Failure to follow this step may keep Hiring Managers from reviewing your materials. Please be sure to complete updated 2023 forms that are attached to the job located under your Applicant Profile box (refresh browser if needed). Incomplete application packages will result in a delay of review and/or non-review. Applicants will be subject to a background check and/or drug screening prior to an offer of employment. NOTE: Some positions may be represented by a union and may incur union dues.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our Statement of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s degree
-Certification from either the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA CSCS) or
Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa)
-Current CPR for Professional Rescuer or Basic Life Support certification
-Evidence of strong organizational skills, communication skills, and computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

-Master’s degree
-Previous experience designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for
Division I student-athletes
-Experience training and coaching basketball student-athletes

FLSA Exemption Status:Exempt Posting Salary:Commensurate with experience Location:SIU Edwardsville Main Campus Posting Start Date:10/20/2023 Posting End Date:10/25/2023 Required Documents:Transcripts