Head Men's Basketball Coach

Overview

The Head Men’s Basketball Coach, under the administrative direction of the Director of Athletics, provides strategic leadership and overall direction for the CSUB NCAA Division I men’s basketball program within the Big West Conference. The position is responsible for building and sustaining a highly competitive program that fosters student-athlete success in academics, athletics, and personal development. The incumbent exercises broad independent judgment in program management, including recruitment, budget oversight, staff supervision, compliance with NCAA and CSU regulations, and public representation of the University.

Serving as a visible ambassador for CSUB Athletics, the Head Coach plays a key role in promoting institutional values, generating external support, and advancing the University’s mission through excellence in athletics and student achievement.

Men’s Basketball Program Administration/Leadership

• Provide overall leadership, vision, and direction for the CSUB Division I men’s basketball program.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive program strategy consistent with University, CSU, Big West Conference, and NCAA goals.
• Recruit, hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and support staff, ensuring that the program is operated in compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules.
• Manage all aspects of the program budget, including forecasting, monitoring, and reconciling expenditures in compliance with University and CSU policies.
• Direct practice planning, game strategies, training regimens, and competition schedules to maximize performance.
• Develop policies, procedures, and operational systems that ensure program efficiency and compliance.
• Provide leadership in long-term planning for facilities, equipment, and program growth.

Recruitment & Student-Athlete Development

• Lead the recruitment and retention of prospective student-athletes with the academic and athletic potential to succeed at CSUB.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with high school and community college coaches, prospective student-athletes, and families nationwide.
• Design and implement student-athlete development programs addressing technical skills, strength and conditioning, leadership, and character growth.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and sportsmanship, serving as a role model for young men from diverse backgrounds.
• Monitor and support academic progress in collaboration with academic services to ensure NCAA eligibility, degree completion, and life after sport.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to help student-athletes manage personal, social, and athletic challenges.
• Develop leadership opportunities for student-athletes that encourage community involvement, civic engagement, and representation of the University.

Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to NCAA, Big West Conference, CSU, and CSUB rules, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as the primary compliance officer for the program, ensuring staff and student-athletes remain current on all regulations.
• Collaborate with Athletics Compliance staff to educate and monitor all individuals associated with the program.
• Maintain accurate recruiting logs, eligibility documentation, and other records required for compliance audits.
• Establish team rules and codes of conduct consistent with NCAA and University expectations for ethics, sportsmanship, and integrity.
• Partner with faculty and advisors to monitor student-athlete academic standing, class attendance, and degree progress.
• Proactively address potential risks to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all student-athletes.
• Model professional conduct and maintain a climate that supports Title IX compliance, equity in athletics, and institutional values.

Public Relations

• Represent the men’s basketball program as a visible ambassador for CSUB Athletics on local, regional, and national platforms.
• Collaborate with University Advancement and Athletics Development staff to cultivate donor relationships, secure financial support, and generate revenue streams.
• Schedule, negotiate, and participate in “Guarantee Games” and other high-profile competitions that enhance exposure…