Job Summary / Basic Function
Responsible for the management/direction of all aspects of a competitive Men’s Basketball Program within the framework of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC), NCAA, the CBA, and/or the rules and regulations of the University and any other athletic conference in which the University is a member.
- Plan/Manage all competitions and practices of the program, including in-season and out-of-season player development.
- Recruit qualified student athletes.
- Promote the academic success of the student athletes.
- Advise student athletes of the University’s athletic policies and all other appropriate requirements of PSAC and NCAA and any other athletic conference in which the University is a member.
- Help implement the Edinboro University Athletic Drug Education, Screening and Counseling Program for intercollegiate athletes including being a member of the drug screening team.
- Manage the budget for the program, including organizing and planning travel arrangements.
- Participate in fund-raising events, activities and the promotion of good public relations.
- Engage basketball alumni, on and off campus and through events.
- Evaluate all assistant coaches.
- Responsible for the submission of both Head Coach’s and Assistant Coaches’ monthly work schedules to the Director of Athletics.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 2 years of college coaching experience required
- Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules required
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of PSAC rules
Physical Demands
- Must have the ability to successfully demonstrate different aspects of the assigned sports technique.
Work Location
Edinboro Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours
Posting Date
06/26/2026
Closing Date
07/03/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Diversity Statement
PennWest University’s Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university’s mission.
ADA Statement
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver,
ADA Coordinator,
asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email
asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.