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Head Men's Basketball Coach
Alcorn State University


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Date Posted Mar. 31, 2025
Title Head Men's Basketball Coach
University Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS, United States
Department Men's Basketball
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Coach
  • Athletics
 
 
To manage a competitive Division I Men’s Basketball program that adheres to all University, SWAC, and NCAA rules and regulations while providing a safe and accepting environment for student-athletes to grow and develop academically, athletically and one which encourages personal responsibility, sportsmanship and service to others.

 
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Evaluate basketball talent, scout opponents, assess game performance,
  • Develop game strategy, organize and implement practice plans
  • Physical Mobility: Reasonable physical fitness level necessary to carry out daily tasks
  • Computer skills, knowledge of audio visual equipment, play analysis
  • Supervising the men’s basketball team during scheduled away competitions
  • Ability to demonstrate basketball skills
  • Able to travel and work extended hours

Essential Job Functions
  • Coordinate and perform coaching duties including pre-season conditioning, practice, and game preparation, field/floor coaching, and post season activities.
  • Operate the program in compliance with University, SWAC, and NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Administer a successful student-athlete recruitment program.
  • Retain student-athletes in the program, maintaining team continuity, and garnering student-athlete satisfaction with the program.
  • Demonstrate concern and support for academic performances of student-athletes on the team.
  • Adhere to equipment, facilities, and vehicle request procedures.
  • Serve as a public relations lead including attendance at athletic department functions and special events.
  • Coordinates the overall practice schedule for the basketball program.
  • Manage all operational, fiscal, and administrative activities for the specific sports program.
  • Yearly scheduling of games, conditioning, budget preparation, fundraising
  • Coaching recruitment of qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success
  • Other duties as assigned by the Athletics Director

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred. Evidence of successful basketball coaching and recruitment of physically and academically gifted student/athletes at a four year collegiate level is highly preferred. Preferences given for an advanced degree with experience; experience of at least three years coaching basketball in a NCAA Division I or II collegiate setting; comprehensive knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

 
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