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Head Men's Basketball Coach & Event and Employee Coordinator

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Job Posting Date:

August 7, 2026

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:

$58,718 - $73,398
(For current employees, pay may not be restricted to the posted range and will be set in accordance with the Madison College Compensation Manual guidelines for internal salary placement.)

Department:

Athletics

Job Description:

Madison College is seeking a Head Men's Basketball Coach & Event and Employee Coordinator! This position provides leadership for the men's basketball team while overseeing the department's game and event management operations and athletic department staffing functions.

Success in this role involves delivering classroom instruction (teaching one non-lecture activity-based class each semester), coordinating all game management workers and the concessions coordinator across all seasons, ensuring effective event logistics, and supporting employee onboarding, student job recruitment, and managing ongoing staffing processes.

This position contributes to institutional objectives by enhancing student and community engagement, maintaining regulatory compliance, improving operational efficiency, providing employee support, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment for employees and student-athletes alike.

As the Head Coach, you will oversee all aspects of the men's basketball program, including recruiting, coaching, player development, scheduling, compliance, and program operations.

Success in this role requires someone who can build a competitive basketball program while creating a positive student experience both on and off the court.

This position reports to the Director of Athletics and to the Associate Dean in the School of STEM for the instructional responsibilities.

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the communities we serve, address challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great team!

This position will be open until filled, with the first review date of August 23rd, 2026, at 11:59 pm. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Our goal is to conduct first-round virtual interviews on August 31st and September 1st and second round in-person interviews on September 9th - 10th.

What You'll Do

Athletics

Leads all aspects of an intercollegiate athletic program by coaching, providing mentoring to student-athletes and other coaches, and planning and conducting practices and competitions. Ensures compliance with NJCAA and institutional regulations, manages student-athlete recruitment, and oversees all equipment and fundraising efforts to provide effective leadership for athletic programming.

Provides instruction and may provide certification training by developing curriculum, teaching courses, and delivering certification programs to support student learning and professional development.

Leads department staffing processes by recruiting, hiring, training, and scheduling athletic office personnel and game management staff, while overseeing onboarding and payroll processes to ensure adequate staffing while creating systems and processes to increase efficiency.

Manages all internal departmental contract coordination, including contracts for coaches, game officials, and intercollegiate competitions with other colleges.

Manages event operations by hiring, training, and overseeing our concessions coordinator; hiring, training, and managing our game management workers; and coordinating locker room access for events and student-athletes.

Instruction:

Teach a Team Sports activity-based class that includes a basketball unit, minimum of two contact hours per semester.
Depending on the timing of hire, teaching responsibilities may begin in Spring 2027.

What We're Looking For:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

Master's degree in related fields such as Education, Recreation Management, Exercise Science, or Sports Management.

Experience

Two (2) years (4,000 hours) of recent experience related to coaching and/or teaching responsibilities.
Experience recruiting and developing student-athletes.
Three to five years of experience in an intercollegiate athletics setting is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of NJCAA regulations, compliance requirements, protocols, and industry best practices for managing and administering intercollegiate athletic programs.
Ability to implement support systems that enhance academic success and retention, considering the academic and developmental needs of student-athletes.
Skill in coordinating staffing processes, including recruitment, training, scheduling, and timekeeping oversight.
Skill in planning, coordinating, and supervising athletic events.
Ability to develop and teach curriculum.
Ability to manage and lead an athletic program including strategic planning, staff and athlete development, budget oversight, fundraising initiatives, and effective team management.
Skill in engaging positively with all populations and communities, contributing to a safe and inclusive learning and work environment.
Skill in effectively and respectfully communicating with others.

Required Application Materials:

Please submit:

Cover Letter
Resume
Transcripts (can be unofficial)

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Finalists will be asked to complete a teaching demonstration and provide sample instructional materials. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Position Details:

Schedule: This is a full-time, exempt, 52-week position. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday; however, evening and weekend work is expected during the athletic season, and flexibility is required.

Benefits: Madison College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The selected candidate will serve a twelve-month introductory period. Relocation assistance is not available.

About Madison College:

Located in Wisconsin's capital city, Madison College serves a diverse community of learners and is recognized for high-quality instruction, strong employer partnerships, and student success. Madison offers an exceptional quality of life with extensive parks and trails, lakes, arts and entertainment, and a vibrant downtown. Whether you're interested in outdoor recreation, cultural events, or collegiate athletics, Madison provides opportunities to enjoy all four seasons while building your career.

Employment Eligibility:

Madison College does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B. Because the College does not participate in E-Verify, we are unable to consider candidates requiring OPT, STEM OPT extensions, or other employment authorization that would require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

If you are experiencing application issues, please contact us at the Talent Acquisition email Talent@madisoncollege.edu or HR hotline (608) 246-6900.

To ensure that emails from us regarding your application do not go to your spam folder, please add the @madisoncollege.edu domain as a safe sender in your email.

Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities. Madison College offers degrees, diplomas, apprenticeships and certificates in Architecture & Engineering; Arts, Design & Humanities; Business; Construction, Manufacturing & Maintenance; Culinary, Hospitality & Fitness; Education & Social Services; Health Sciences; Information Technology; Law, Protective & Human Services; Science, Math & Natural Resources; and Transportation. Admissions criteria vary by program and are available by calling our Enrollment Office at (608) 246-6210 or (800) 322-6282 Ext. 6210. The following person has been designated to coordinate Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to handle inquiries regarding the college's nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Muchka, Director, Civil Rights and Compliance, 1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 246.5221

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About Us
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As part of the application process, finalists will undergo a background check including criminal history, educational verification, and references. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify you from employment. All cases are considered on an individual basis, and the offense will be compared to the position for which you are applying.

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