Head Coach - Men's Basketball Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Please see Special Instructions for more details. Stephen F. Austin State University has engaged Cardinal Grange to assist with this search. Applicants are invited to view the job description under the Positions tab at cardinalgrange.com and apply directly through the Cardinal Grange website. Posting Details Position Information Job Title Head Coach - Men's Basketball Full Time/Part Time Full Time FLSA Exempt General Job Description This is a managerial position responsible for the management and administration of all phases of a sports program in a manner that upholds the philosophy and objectives of the Department of Athletics and Stephen F. Austin State University. Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment when performing work. Reports to the Director of Athletics. Essential Job Functions 1. Adheres to all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ), Southland Conference ( SLC ), and university rules and regulations. 2. Oversees the recruitment and selection of student-athletes. Ensures compliance with NCAA guidelines for contacting and entertaining prospects. Initiates the process for determining academic eligibility and issuing National Letters of Intent. 3. Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, including counseling team members in academic, disciplinary, and personal matters. 4. Monitors the eligibility status and promotes the academic progress of student-athletes. Assists in enforcing study hall attendance for referred freshmen and others with grade deficiencies. Supports the guidelines established by the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Services. 5. Manages the sport’s program within the framework of a balanced budget. 6. Oversees the selection, purchase, fitting, and maintenance of team equipment, including uniforms, athletic equipment, and supplies. 7. Schedules and conducts regular practice sessions in and out of season, as permitted by NCAA rules and regulations. Develops and implements strategies for motivating student-athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and a team. 8. Arranges a competitive event schedule in conjunction with the Director of Athletics and Senior Associate Athletics Director for Internal Affairs. 9. Ensures that team travel arrangements are in compliance with university, SLC , and NCAA rules and regulations, to include monitoring the development of travel itineraries and coordination of travel plans. 10. Oversees the conditioning and training of team members, ensuring student-athletes are physically prepared for competition. 11. Supervises assigned assistant coaches, part-time assistants, restricted earnings coaches, volunteer coaches, student assistants, and/or other support staff. Provides orientation, training, and guidance as needed. Conducts performance evaluations and recommends salary increases as appropriate. 12. Develops and publishes team rules regarding appearance, practice, class attendance, punctuality, dress code, and general standards of behavior with the approval of the Director of Athletics. Enforces team rules, providing appropriate disciplinary action as warranted. 13. Ensures the safety of student-athletes and coaching staff through careful monitoring of the condition of athletics equipment and facilities utilized by the designated sport. Submits requests for repair, maintenance, and improvement of facilities to the Program Director of Athletic Facilities. 14. Cooperates with all coaches within the intercollegiate athletics program to enhance overall departmental operations. Non-Essential Job Functions 1. Compiles data and reports, as required by the department, university, SLC , and NCAA . 2. Provides student-athletes with information on opportunities to compete at approved national and international tournaments, meets, etc. 3. Participates in clinics, exhibitions, and camp activities, as approved. 4. Assists with approved fund raising activities, as requested. 5. Participates in public relations activities including speaking engagements, television and radio interviews, and press conferences as approved or requested. Represents the department at professional, civic, charitable, and alumni events. 6. May receive and/or supervise the receipt of payments from students and others for departmentally sponsored activities. 7. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. 1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures. 2. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the Southland Conference and the NCAA . 3. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. 4. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time. 5. Ability to problem-solve a variety of situations. 6. Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others. 7. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Physical Demands Required Education Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Master’s degree is required if job responsibilities include teaching courses. Required Experience and Training Five years of related experience is required. Experience coaching at the collegiate or high school level and/or competitive personal college or professional playing experience is required. Preferred Qualifications Experience as a head coach at the Division I level with a proven coaching record is preferred. Special Conditions for Eligibility This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing. This is an IT-sensitive position subject to Computer and Network Security policy. Min Pay Rate Mid Pay Rate Salary Information Commensurate with Experience Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, began a century ago as a teachers’ college in Texas’ oldest town, Nacogdoches. Today, it has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges —business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, SFA enrolls approximately 11,000 students while providing the academic breadth of a state university with the personalized attention of a private school. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 37 academic facilities, nine residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens. The university offers more than 80 bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 master’s degrees and four doctoral degrees covering more than 120 areas of study. Learn more at the SFA website (https://www.sfasu.edu/) . . The SFA Athletics department competes in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Southland Conference ( SLC ) (https://www.southland.org/) , which operates in Texas and Louisiana with 12 schools and sponsors 18 sports. With over 450 student-athletes competing across 18 varsity sports teams, the ’Jacks have built a proud reputation for athletic success both regionally and nationally. SFA has amassed 90 conference championships as well as four national championships in its competition history. Men’s NCAA Sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, indoor and outdoor track and field. Women’s NCAA Sports include basketball, bowling, cross country, golf, indoor and outdoor track and field, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball. Bowling competes in Conference USA and beach volleyball competes in the Sun Belt Conference. SFA Cheer is a 16-time NCA National Champion and the SFA Dance Team is a 20-time NDA National Champion. Learn more at the SFA Athletics website (https://sfajacks.com/) . Is Background Check Required? Yes Benefit and Retirement Eligibility This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. EEO Statement Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304. Posting Detail Information Posting Number S2025-027 Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants Number of Positions Available 1 Posted Date 02/13/2025 Review Start Date Close Date Work Schedule Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Stephen F. Austin State University has engaged Cardinal Grange to assist with this search. Applicants are invited to view the job description under the Positions tab at cardinalgrange.com and apply directly through the Cardinal Grange website. Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12604 Contact Information Contact Name Cardinal Grange Contact Phone (646)535-8843 Contact Email Jim@cardinalgrange.com Contact Information Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Optional Documents