---
title: Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning
summary: Lead and manage strength and conditioning programs, recruit student-athletes,
  monitor academic progress, and ensure NCAA compliance. Requires 3-5 years coaching
  experience and relevant certification.
published_at: '2026-01-23T09:02:00Z'
updated_at: '2026-01-23T18:57:07Z'
canonical_url: https://intercollegiate.co/job_posts/head-coach-strength-and-conditioning-236485
tags:
- Basketball (M)
- Basketball (W)
- Student Services
- Sports Medicine
---

# Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning

## Overview

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| **School** | Alcorn State University |
| **Location** | Alcorn State, MS |
| **Division** | DI |
| **Conference** | SWAC |
| **Salary** | Unknown |
| **Experience Required** | 3+ Years |
| **Work Type** | Full-time |
| **Posted** | January 23, 2026 |
| **Apply** | https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/alcornstateuniversity/jobs/5209395/head-coach-strength-and-conditioning |

**Sports:** Basketball (M), Basketball (W)
**Departments:** Student Services, Sports Medicine

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## Job Description

  
## Job Title
 

Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning

 
## Essential Job Functions
  

 
- Assigns Assistant Coaches and/or graduate Students in the overall planning and execution of the intercollegiate strength and conditioning program
- Recruits quality prospective student-athletes and ensures timely submission of their academic records for admissions
- Monitors academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans through appropriate staff when needed
- Monitors and maintains the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program
- Plans coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and SWAC regulations
- Develops and implements game strategy and position assignments
- Oversees the strength and condition program for student athletes
- Manages all operational, fiscal, and administrative activities for the strength and conditioning program
- Promotes the athletic program and specific sport through community events, public speaking, fundraising and marketing

 
- Ensures adherence to all Association, Conference and University rules by athletes and support staff
- Other related duties, as assigned

  
## Qualifications
  

 
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sport Science, Sports Medicine, Physical Education, or a related field.

- Master’s degree in a related discipline preferred.

- Minimum of 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in strength and conditioning coaching, preferably at the collegiate level.

- Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating sport-specific and general strength and conditioning programs.

 

**Licensure / Certification:**  
Must possess and maintain a current certification from a nationally accredited strength and conditioning organization recognized by the NCAA (e.g., Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC)). Certification must remain active as a condition of employment.

  
## Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  

 
- Thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport

- Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

- Strong knowledge of basketball skills and strategies

- Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal

- Strong coaching and recruiting skills

- Strong organizational skills

- Ability to recruit effectively

- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community

      

**EEO Statement**

 

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.

   


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## Alcorn State University Student Services 2025-2026

| Person | Role |
|--------|------|
| Jivanna Smith | Associate Athletic Director (Student-Athlete Services) |

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## Alcorn State University Student Services 2024-2025

| Person | Role |
|--------|------|
| Jivanna Smith | Associate AD (Student-Athlete Services) |

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## Alcorn State University Student Services 2023-2024

| Person | Role |
|--------|------|
| Jivanna Smith | Associate AD (Student-Athlete Services) |

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## Alcorn State University Sports Medicine 2025-2026

| Person | Role |
|--------|------|
| Barry Gant Jr | Head Strength & Conditioning Coach |
| Jasmine Anderson | Assistant Athletic Trainer (LAT, ATC) |
| Roderick Young | Director of Sports Medicine (LAT, ATC, MS, ROT) |

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## Alcorn State University Sports Medicine 2024-2025

| Person | Role |
|--------|------|
| Barry Gant Jr | Head Strength & Conditioning Coach |
| Jasmine Anderson | Assistant AthleticTrainer (LAT, ATC) |
| Roderick Young | Director of Sports Medicine (LAT, ATC, MS, ROT) |

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## Alcorn State University Sports Medicine 2023-2024

| Person | Role |
|--------|------|
| Roderick Young | Sports Medicine, Trainer |
| Barry Gant Jr | Sports Medicine, Strength & Conditioning |


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## SWAC Basketball (M) 2024-2025

Alcorn State University record compared to the conference

| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|--------|------------|---------|-----|-----|
| Southern University | 15-3 | 20-12 | 194 | - |
| Jackson State University | 14-4 | 16-18 | 309 | - |
| Bethune-Cookman University | 13-5 | 17-16 | 250 | - |
| Alabama State University | 12-6 | 20-16 | 285 | - |
| Texas Southern University | 12-6 | 15-17 | 322 | - |
| Alcorn State University ** | 11-7 | 11-21 | 349 | - |
| Florida A&M University | 10-8 | 14-17 | 352 | - |
| Alabama A&M University | 6-12 | 10-22 | 362 | - |
| Prairie View A&M University | 4-14 | 5-27 | 320 | - |
| University of Arkansas Pine Bluff | 3-15 | 6-25 | 363 | - |
| Mississippi Valley State University | 1-17 | 3-28 | 364 | - |
| Grambling State University | 1-3 | 1-13 | 326 | - |

_** Current school_


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## Alcorn State University Basketball (M) History

| Season | Head Coach | Conference | Overall |
|--------|------------|------------|---------|
| 2026-2027 | Jake Morton | - | - |
| 2025-2026 | Jake Morton | - | - |
| 2024-2025 | Landon Bussie | 11-7 | 11-21 |
| 2023-2024 | Landon Bussie | - | 13-18 |
| 2022-2023 | Landon Bussie | 15-3 | 18-14 |
| 2021-2022 | Landon Bussie | 14-4 | 17-16 |
| 2020-2021 | Landon Bussie | 6-7 | 6-13 |
| 2019-2020 | Montez Robinson | 11-7 | 11-15 |

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## SWAC Basketball (W) 2024-2025

Alcorn State University record compared to the conference

| School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
|--------|------------|---------|-----|-----|
| Southern University | 15-3 | 21-15 | 236 | - |
| Alabama A&M University | 14-4 | 21-11 | 190 | - |
| Texas Southern University | 14-4 | 17-16 | 297 | - |
| Jackson State University | 13-5 | 16-15 | 285 | - |
| Alcorn State University ** | 10-8 | 14-18 | 332 | - |
| Bethune-Cookman University | 7-11 | 10-21 | 313 | - |
| Mississippi Valley State University | 6-12 | 8-23 | 343 | - |
| Florida A&M University | 6-12 | 9-21 | 303 | - |
| Prairie View A&M University | 6-12 | 10-19 | 337 | - |
| Alabama State University | 4-14 | 6-24 | 357 | - |
| Grambling State University | 2-2 | 2-10 | 263 | - |
| University of Arkansas Pine Bluff | 1-17 | 3-25 | 347 | - |

_** Current school_


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## Alcorn State University Basketball (W) History

| Season | Head Coach | Conference | Overall |
|--------|------------|------------|---------|
| 2025-2026 | Nate Kilbert | - | - |
| 2024-2025 | Nate Kilbert | 10-8 | 14-18 |
| 2023-2024 | Nate Kilbert | - | 11-20 |
| 2022-2023 | Nate Kilbert | 8-10 | 10-17 |
| 2021-2022 | Nate Kilbert | 2-16 | 2-22 |
| 2020-2021 | Nate Kilbert | 7-8 | 7-13 |
| 2019-2020 | Courtney Pruitt | 9-9 | 11-18 |
| 2018-2019 | Courtney Pruitt | 3-15 | 4-26 |