Assistant Coach - Men's Basketball (Full-Time)
Position Summary
Bethel University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Men's Basketball Coach who is committed to advancing the University's Christ-centered mission through excellence in intercollegiate athletics.
The Assistant Men's Basketball Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the men's basketball program, with a primary focus on discipleship, player development, recruiting, and cultivating a Christ-centered team culture. This role contributes to the holistic development of student-athletes spiritually, academically, athletically, and personally, while advancing the mission and values of the institution.
Essential Responsibilities
- Student-Athlete Development
- Mentor and disciple student-athletes in alignment with Christ-centered principles
- Support the spiritual formation of players through relationship-building and intentional engagement
- Promote academic success, accountability, and personal growth
- Assist in monitoring academic progress and retention
- Coaching & Player Development
- Assist with practice planning and on-court instruction
- Provide individual skill development and position-specific training
- Contribute to game preparation, scouting reports, and film breakdown
- Support in-game coaching, strategy, and adjustments
- Recruiting
- Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who align with institutional mission and program culture
- Build relationships with high school and club coaches
- Assist with campus visits, communication, and recruiting coordination
- Maintain recruiting databases and compliance standards
- Program & Culture Development
- Help cultivate a Christ-centered, team-first culture focused on excellence, accountability, and unity
- Model and reinforce program standards and expectations
- Support team-building initiatives and leadership development
- Operations & Administration
- Assist with team travel coordination, scheduling, and logistics
- Support equipment management and practice organization
- Ensure compliance with Conference/NAIA/NCCAA and institutional policies
- Participate in department meetings and initiatives
- Community & Campus Engagement
- Engage in campus life and contribute to the broader university community
- Support outreach, camps, and community engagement efforts
- Represent the program in a professional and mission-aligned manner
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required (Master's degree preferred).
- Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience with evidence of leadership, discipleship, recruiting, player development, fundraising, and program organization.
- Strong understanding of recruiting practices and basketball operations.
- Clear personal commitment to Jesus Christ and agreement with Bethel University's doctrinal statement.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Position Expectations
- Full-time, 12-month appointment.
- Evening, weekend, and travel responsibilities required.
- Active participation in the spiritual life and mission of Bethel University is an essential function of the position.
Application Process
Applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé with three professional references, and a statement of Christian faith. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About Bethel University
For more information, visit our website at www.betheluniversity.edu
Bethel University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Bethel University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle Covenant and to enforce a religiously based statement of responsibilities for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Bethel University, as an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Missionary Church, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).
