Head Women's Basketball Coach

Compensation:         Full Salary Range: $53,126-$74,378

                                   Hiring Range: $53,127 - $63,752 - to commensurate with experience.                                               Candidates with education or qualifications beyond the minimum                                                     requirements may be considered for a salary above the hiring range.

Benefits:                    Includes: single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, and tuition waiver.

Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, long- term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

Who can apply:        Internal/external candidates eligible to work in the United States. 

FLSA:                         Exempt

Recruitment:            Internal and External

Start date:                TBD   

Key Competencies: 

• The Head Women's Basketball Coach is responsible for all administrative and organizational aspects of operating the women's basketball program within the mission of the University and its philosophy of intercollegiate athletics.
• The head women's basketball coach will guide and actively encourage student-athletes to succeed academically, acquire a degree and represent Mayville State University with the highest integrity.
• The coach is also responsible for budget development and administration, recruitment of student-athletes, Conference and Mayville State University regulations regarding recruiting, admission standards and eligibility, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, the scheduling of athletic practices and contests.
• The head coach will play a major role in fundraising activities and serve as a representative of the University to the outside community when appropriate.
• Must have a strong commitment to the development and success of student-athletes.
• Must have exemplary ethical conduct and a commitment to follow all applicable Conference rules and regulations.
• Must have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative effort to maintain the mission, vision and objectives of the athletics department.

Job Duties:

• Supervision of assistant coaches and or student work/interns with responsibilities for the overall operation of the program.
• Coordinate all coaching assignments for the entire basketball coaching staff including film breakdown, on court responsibilities and all administrative responsibilities with regards to team and recruiting travel.
• Supervision of all student-athletes in a coordinated and planned program of practices and competition, with a concern for the players' health and welfare, physical and psychological preparation.
• Responsible for recruiting academically and athletically qualified student-athletes to meet Mayville State University’s admission standards and enrollment goals.
• In cooperation with the Athletic Director, uphold all Mayville State University academic policies and assist, when appropriate, in counseling student-athletes relative to academic success, progress and enforce University and athletic department policies and regulations regarding the use/abuse of alcohol and drugs by team members.
• Foster and maintain positive student body and faculty relations with student-athletes eligibility.
• Participate in public relations and promotions activities.
• Knowledge of and adherence to all University and Conference Rules and Regulations, Policies and Procedures with special attention to recruiting, eligibility, admissions and financial aid.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Three years of previous experience coaching at the collegiate level
• Ability to work evenings and weekends and travel as required
• Knowledge and skill to evaluate and assess student-athletes’ skills and abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• Previous head coaching experience
• Previous experience at a scholarship institution

Applicants should submit the following materials:

1. MaSU Employment Application (found by clicking below on More Information & Apply)
2. A letter of application
3. A current resume
4. The names of 3 professional references with each person’s position, e-mail address, and telephone number

Application review will begin March 10, 2026, and will continue until filled.

MaSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity. ND veteran's preference laws apply to this position. Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability. The state of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment.

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