What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Women's Basketball Coach position at Ferris State University?
Job no: 497696
Work type: Staff
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Administrative, Staff
Work type: Staff
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Administrative, Staff
Position Title:
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
Location:
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:
51600 - Gen Athletics
Advertised Salary:
$40,000 - $45,000. Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.).
Admin/ Admin Temp Benefit Plans
FLSA:
Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:
Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time:
Full-Time
Union Group:
N/A
Term of Position:
12 Month
At Will/Just Cause:
At Will
Summary of Position:
Assist in planning and organizing all phases of a NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball Program, including, but not limited to the following: recruiting, developing each student-athlete on and off the court, game preparation, team travel coordination, hiring work study employees, fundraising, community involvement, and coordinator of summer camps and clinics. Build relationships with AAU/High School Coaches/Programs in and out of the state of Michigan. Must be organized and able to adjust in a quick changing environment. Must have knowledge in Google Docs, Microsoft Office, and Spry. Must be prepared to show you have the passion to be an integral part of taking this program to the next level.
Position Type:
Staff
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Required Work Experience:
Experience as a collegiate student athlete, collegiate assistant coach or AAU coach. Must have recruiting experience or knowledge and knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:
- Office Environment
- Bending
- Moving
- Reaching
- Sitting
- Twisting
- Balancing
- Driving
- Lifting
- Pulling/Pushing
- Repetitive movement
- Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Two years of experience as an assistant coach at a NCAA Division 1 or 11 women's basketball program.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Evaluate performance and instruct non-professional athletes.
Assist the Head Coach in coordinating fundraising, camps, and public relations to create a positive image for the University and to enhance revenues.
Coordinate a staff of student employees to effectively accomplish the administrative tasks to run an efficient program.
Analyze video for the current team and scout opponents.
Oversee the daily practice of players and determine individual or team improvement needs.
Effectively teach basketball skills, including weight lifting and conditioning programs.
Take initiative in the recruiting process.
Identify future needs prior to recruiting season by watching videos and attending recruiting events.
Recruit, direct, and motivate student-athletes for success on and off the playing court.
Provide a positive learning environment and mentor the student-athletes.
Support and monitor student-athletes' academic progress.
Maintain effective liaison between FSU instructors, sports medicine staff, and all athletic staff.
Coordinate and execute team travel
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Assist the Head Coach in coordinating fundraising, camps, and public relations to create a positive image for the University and to enhance revenues.
Coordinate a staff of student employees to effectively accomplish the administrative tasks to run an efficient program.
Analyze video for the current team and scout opponents.
Oversee the daily practice of players and determine individual or team improvement needs.
Effectively teach basketball skills, including weight lifting and conditioning programs.
Take initiative in the recruiting process.
Identify future needs prior to recruiting season by watching videos and attending recruiting events.
Recruit, direct, and motivate student-athletes for success on and off the playing court.
Provide a positive learning environment and mentor the student-athletes.
Support and monitor student-athletes' academic progress.
Maintain effective liaison between FSU instructors, sports medicine staff, and all athletic staff.
Coordinate and execute team travel
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Represent the University at conferences and seminars related to athletics.
Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree.
Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Initial Application Review Date:
April 20, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled?:
Yes
Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
Advertised: 03 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000