Mens Assistant Basketball Coach

Job Description

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15353
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 05/09/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Details

Job Summary

The Assistant Coach provides management of the men's basketball program. This role is responsible for recruiting prospective student-athletes, on-court coaching, serving as community relations liaison for the men's basketball program to the public, and monitoring academic progress of student-athletes.

Core Responsibilities

1. Knowledge of and adherence to NCAA and conference rules.
2. Recruits quality student athletes.
3. Monitors satisfactory academic progress of student athlete and helps arrange for necessary academic counseling through Athletics Academic Coordinator.
4. Assists Head Coach with on the floor coaching.
5. Assists Head Coach with recruitment of student athletes.
6. Assists Head Coach with basketball training of student athletes.
7. Assists Head Coach with scheduling of opponents.
8. Works with the Athletics Administration in matters of public relations and promotions.
9. Active in fundraising for the Athletics Department.
10. Supports student athlete development programs and assure student-athlete welfare of team by being respectful.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge in the sport of men's basketball
• NCAA, State of Texas, UTSA, AAC Rules and Regulations
• Organization, Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Independent Judgement, Discretion, and Flexibility

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. Occasional after hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.

Physical Demands

• Physical activity in the sport of men's basketball, weekend and evening hours and required travel. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.