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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for basketball recruiting in California is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.51 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Basketball Recruiting job involves identifying, evaluating, and attracting talented players to a team or program. Recruiters assess athletes based on skills, potential, and fit for the team’s needs. They build relationships with players, coaches, and families, often traveling to games and events. The role also includes managing recruitment databases and ensuring compliance with league or NCAA regulations.

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To thrive in basketball recruiting, you need a deep understanding of the sport, excellent talent evaluation abilities, and experience in college athletics or scouting. Familiarity with recruiting management platforms, NCAA compliance software, and CRM tools is highly valued. Strong interpersonal skills, networking, and effective communication are vital for building relationships with athletes, coaches, and families. These skills ensure you can identify top prospects, maintain compliance, and successfully facilitate the recruiting process to enhance team performance.

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Infographic showing various Basketball Recruiting job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,235 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach

Simpson University

Redding, CA • On-site

$16.90 - $20/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Description
Description:
The assistant basketball coach will assist with all aspects of a NAIA collegiate basketball program prioritizing recruiting, on the field coaching and other duties assigned by the head basketball coach. This position will report to the head men's basketball coach and athletic director.
Qualifications:
  1. Bachelor's degree preferred.

  1. Successful collegiate coaching, recruiting experience preferred.

  1. Demonstrated ability to serve as a strong Christian role model/mentor for student-athletes.

  1. Demonstrated ability to intentionally contribute to the spiritual development of student-athletes.

  1. Demonstrated ability to integrate faith in teaching, coaching, and team culture.

  1. Demonstrated ability to develop a recruiting plan to attract, recruit, and retain quality student-athletes who are an institutional fit and can succeed at Simpson University.

  1. Ability to demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal.

  1. Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

  1. Must be proficient in technology, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office software applications.

  1. Must possess current certification in First Aid and CPR.

  1. Self-starter, highly motivated, and well-organized.

General Expectations:
  1. Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ

  1. Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties

  1. Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook

  1. Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records

  1. Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment

  1. Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties

  1. Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties

  1. Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area

  1. Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor

Essential Functions:
  1. Effectively assist with all aspects of a collegiate basketball program including practice, game, travel planning and organization.

  1. Provide accountability and discipline for student-athletes spiritually, socially, academically, and athletically.

  1. Recruit and retain quality student-athletes who can succeed academically and are an institutional fit.

  1. Participate in all team activities.

  1. Travel to all away games and necessary recruiting trips.

  1. Effectively use social media to promote the basketball program.

  1. Have awareness, accountability, and educate student-athletes on the proper use of social media.

Physical Requirements:
Job Title:
Assistant Basketball Coach
Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)
Indoors in controlled environment
Outdoor hot, cold rainy environment while performing duties at outdoor events, indoors in gym or office
Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)
Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener
Equipment bags, field equipment, playing equipment, office equipment if in office environment, vehicle if driving
Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)
Sitting for long periods of time using a computer, being outdoors during events, bending, standing for long periods of time, lifting bags/equipment, demonstrating drills, throwing.
Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:
Key (Based on typical week):
N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)
F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)
Activity
Frequency
Activity
Frequency
N
R
O
F
C
N
R
O
F
C
Lifting/Carrying
Twisting/Turning
Under 10 lbs
X
Reach over shoulder
X
11-20 lbs
X
Reach over head
X
21-50 lbs
X
Reach outward
X
51-100 lbs
X
Climb
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Crawl
X
Kneel
X
Pushing/Pulling
Squat
X
Under 10 lbs
X
Sit
X
11-20 lbs
X
Walk-Normal Surfaces
X
21-50 lbs
X
Walk-Uneven Surfaces
X
51-100 lbs
X
Walk-Slippery Surfaces
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Stand
X
Bend
X
Driving
Automatic Trans
X
Standard Trans
X
Other
Keyboard/Ten Key
X
Fingering (fine dexterity)
X
Handling (grasping, holding)
X
Repetitive Motion - Hands
X
Repetitive Motion - Feet
X
Hourly: $16.90 - $20.00

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