Job Summary:

Provide support and assistance to the men's basketball program by contributing to the coaching, recruiting, and administrative efforts of the department.

Essential Functions:

30% Assist with the search and evaluation of recruitment procedures while coordinating oral and written correspondence with highly skilled student athletes.

30% Assist with various coaching and training activities during games, practices, and pre-season conditioning. Provide assistance in coordinating the traveling and scheduling arrangements for future games.

20% Perform various clerical duties to assist with office management. Prepare scouting reports and exchanges films with other universities for scouting purposes.

15% Assist in monitoring the academic and athletic development of student athletes to ensure player eligibility and to support the educational goals of individual students.

5% Cultivate positive relationships with the campus and surrounding community to encourage community involvement and University pride.  Provide assistance in directing basketball camps and clinics.

Education:

Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.

Experience:

Requires a minimum of 1 year experience playing and/or coaching men's basketball at the NCAA Division I level is required. 

Incumbent should possess an understanding of recruitment procedures and the technical fundamentals and principles of men's basketball. Strong communication skills and motivational skills are required.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.

 

Compensation: The salary for this position is $40,000 annually.

Application Deadline: July 30, 2026.

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Natasha Kuzmina[email protected]

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State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.