Job Description
Apply now Job no: 556388
Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian)
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Faculty - Health Sciences
ASSISTANT MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH
California State University San Marcos is currently inviting applications for the position of Coaching Assistant, with the working title of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach.
Campus and Department Introduction
Come join our campus located in North San Diego County just 10 miles east of the beautiful Pacific coast and less than 40 miles north of downtown San Diego. California State University San Marcos was founded as the 20th campus in the California State University system, which now has 23 campuses. We are a rapidly growing, diverse university with a commitment to employee training and development. Enrollment at California State University San Marcos has grown to over 17,000 and we have more than 72,000 California State University San Marcos alumni. We seek to hire the most talented, inspiring and dedicated professionals available.
CSUSM Athletics is a member of NCAA Division I I and our men’s basketball team competes in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) conference. The CCAA is a highly competitive conference made up of twelve California State Universities.
Job Summary
The coaching assistant, who will have the working title of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach, will assist the head coach with the day-to-day operations of our successful NCAA Division II men’s basketball program. This includes, but is not limited to, recruiting, preparation for practice and competition scheduling, team travel organization, assisting the head coach with the athletic scholarships process, compliance with all NCAA rules, and student-athlete welfare. The assistant coach will work with the academic support services staff in fostering academic success for all student-athletes including graduation rates and retention of student-athletes.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
NCAA, DI, and DII Intercollegiate men's basketball coaching experience
Knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations
No NCAA major violations
Ability to maintain/obtain a California Driver’s License and campus defensive driving certification
Ability to maintain/obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification
Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment
PREFERRED
Master’s Degree
One season of paid NCAA DII Intercollegiate men's basketball coaching experience
Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.
Salary commensurate with degree level and experience:
This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, 12-month exempt position and is benefits eligible.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,288 per full-time month
CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,168 - $6,946 per full-time month
Application
To apply, please submit the following:
Your completed faculty application
Related resume
Contact information for three current references
Letter of interest
Timeline
A review of applications will begin on April 7, 2026.
CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities for more information.
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
I understand that pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at Clery Act Notification.
Advertised: Mar 24 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Apr 08 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Come join our campus located in North San Diego County just 10 miles east of the beautiful Pacific coast and less than 40 miles north of downtown San Diego. California State University San Marcos was founded as the 20th campus in the California State University system, which now has 23 campuses. We are a rapidly growing, diverse university with a commitment to employee training and development. Enrollment at California State University San Marcos has grown to over 16,000 and we have more than 48,000 California State University San Marcos alumni. We seek to hire the most talented, inspiring and dedicated professionals available. CSUSM Athletics is a member of NCAA Division II and our men’s basketball team competes in the highly competitive California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) conference.
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