Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Transylvania University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Men’s
Basketball Coach. Transylvania, founded in 1780, is the nation’s 16th oldest institution of higher
learning and is consistently ranked in national publications as one of the top liberal arts colleges
in the country. Transylvania is located blocks from downtown Lexington, KY, in central
Kentucky. Transylvania is a proud member of NCAA Division III.

Responsibilities include assisting with the organizing and directing all aspects of a successful
and competitive collegiate program. The recruitment of qualified student-athletes and a
demonstrated commitment to their personal, athletic, and academic success are essential.
Responsibilities may also include recruiting, travel management, scheduling, player
development, budget management, fundraising, rules compliance, and academic monitoring.
Secondary duties will include event management/sports information. This is a full-time nine-
month appointment.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) and either collegiate
playing experience or coaching and effective communication/organizational skills. Also,
candidates should have an athletics philosophy compatible with a Division III liberal arts college
with highly selective academic standards.

Transylvania University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Men’s
Basketball Coach. Transylvania, founded in 1780, is the nation’s 16th oldest institution of higher
learning and is consistently ranked in national publications as one of the top liberal arts colleges
in the country. Transylvania is located blocks from downtown Lexington, KY, in central
Kentucky. Transylvania is a proud member of NCAA Division III.

Responsibilities include assisting with the organizing and directing all aspects of a successful
and competitive collegiate program. The recruitment of qualified student-athletes and a
demonstrated commitment to their personal, athletic, and academic success are essential.
Responsibilities may also include recruiting, travel management, scheduling, player
development, budget management, fundraising, rules compliance, and academic monitoring.
Secondary duties will include event management/sports information. This is a full-time nine-
month appointment.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) and either collegiate
playing experience or coaching and effective communication/organizational skills. Also,
candidates should have an athletics philosophy compatible with a Division III liberal arts college
with highly selective academic standards.

Please apply by July 1, 2026; however, we will continue to accept resumes until the position is
filled.

Qualified candidates may submit their cover letter and resume by following the staff job
openings link at www.transy.edu/jobs. Please write your cover letter to the attention of Brian
Lane, Head Men’s Basketball Coach.

Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the
diversity of the university community. In support of this goal, we seek qualified candidates with
a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We embrace diversity and
encourage all who are interested to apply.

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