University of the Pacific

Associate Head Coach - Men's Basketball

University of the Pacific$200K — $230K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5 years coaching experience in men's basketball
  • Advanced knowledge of NCAA and Conference Rules
  • Strong communication skills
  • Demonstrated management skills
  • Ability to work with diverse populations
  • Experience in promoting social justice and inclusion

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Head Coach in absence of Head Coach
  • Ensure compliance with athletics rules and regulations
  • Recruit, instruct, and coach student-athletes
  • Promote academic priorities for student-athletes
  • Assist in formulating and assessing annual program goals
  • Maintain discipline and fairness among student-athletes
  • Participate in marketing and promotional activities

Benefits

  • Full-time position with 12-month work schedule
  • Extensive travel for competition and recruiting
  • Positive work environment promoting diversity and inclusion
  • Opportunities for professional development and networking
  • Active engagement with alumni and civic groups
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Associate Head Coach - Men's Basketball

Union Level

Department
Men's Basketball

Campus
Stockton

Posting Number
201304316P

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Number of Months
12

Work Schedule

Work is performed during standard business hours, as well as during non-regular office hours to fulfill business needs. Extensive travel required for competition and recruiting.

Position End Date

Open Date
06/29/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The Associate Head Coach - Men's Basketball is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in administering an intercollegiate athletics program.

Essential Functions
  • Perform the role of Head Coach in Head Coach's absence or at the discretion of the Head Coach.
  • Maintains complete knowledge and compliance of rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics while working within the department rules, regulations and policies.
  • Participates in the effective recruiting, instruction and coaching of student-athletes, emphasizing fundamentals, conditioning, game preparation and strategy.
  • Maintains an environment that emphasizes academics as a priority, making every effort to ensure that all student-athletes meet academic requirements, while working to integrate sports into the academic life of the University.
  • Assists in the preparation of an annual written plan and goals for the program and the annual assessment of performance in relation to the plan and goals.
  • Maintains discipline in the program by promoting fairness, understanding and protectiveness of student-athletes while motivating them.
  • Maintains an environment of cooperation and continuous improvement, maintaining positive communications supporting the athletic program, athletic staff, the University and University staff.
  • Participates in marketing and promotional activities and with media, alumni and civic groups consistent with the objectives of the athletic program.
  • Assists with recruiting evaluations, official visits and any travel related activities of prospective student-athletes.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or requested.


This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported them.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Five (5) years of work experience coaching the sport


Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced knowledge of NCAA and Conference Rules and Regulations as they pertain to student-athletes.
  • Strong knowledge of effective coaching practices.
  • Strong recruiting skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated management skills and knowledge of supervision and management practices.
  • Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
  • Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
  • Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting, standing and walking. Occasional climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work is performed in a standard office environment during standard business hours, as well as during non-regular office hours to fulfill business needs. Extensive travel required for competition and recruiting.

Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range
$200,000 - $230,000 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

About University of the Pacific

The University of the Pacific (UOP) is a private university in Stockton, California. It was founded in 1851 as the first chartered institution of higher education in California. The university offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and minors, 28 graduate programs, and 7 professional programs. UOP is known for its programs in business, education, engineering, music, and pharmacy. The university has three campuses in Northern California, with the main campus in Stockton. UOP is affiliated with the United Methodist Church.
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