MEN’S BASKETBALL GRADUATE ASSISTANT COACH | North Park University

  • NCAA Market
  • 03/23/2026

Job Description

Chicago, Illinois, North Park University, a proud member of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, would like to announce that applications are now being accepted for the position of Men’s Basketball Graduate Assistant Coach. The assistantship will begin in August 2026 and includes tuition remission, a partial meal plan, and a $3,000 stipend per semester. Duties and Responsibilities: •Assists the head coach with the daily operations of the men’s basketball program at North Park University. •Analyze performance and instruct athletes in basketball techniques and strategies in preparation for and during athletics competition. •Assist with all phases of competitive NCAA and CCIW compliant recruiting. •Execute practice and game planning/evaluation, including video exchange and breakdown. •Ensure a commitment to the academic success of basketball student-athletes, including monitoring academic performance, attendance, and social behavior. •Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and the campus community. •Manage equipment usage. •Complete other duties as assigned by the Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Assistant Vice President for Athletics, and Associate and Assistant Athletic Directors. Qualifications: •A bachelor’s degree is required. •Coaching or playing experience and extensive knowledge of the sport of basketball at the collegiate level are required. •Applicant must obtain acceptance in a North Park University graduate program. •Applicant must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends). •Able to lift and move athletic equipment. •Able to travel with team, by vehicle or plane. •A valid driver’s license is required. •Possess a clear understanding and personal commitment to North Park’s mission of Christian higher education. If you meet the above qualifications and wish to be considered a candidate for this position, please complete an NPU employment application at https://apply.workable.com/north-park-university/.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

Level

College/University