Head Men's Basketball Coach

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| Job Title | Head Men's Basketball Coach | | FLSA Status | Exempt | | Posted Salary Range | Commensurate with experience | | Employment Status | Full Time | | Department | Men's Basketball | | Job Summary |
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. |

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Posting Details

Position Information

| Job Title | Head Men's Basketball Coach | | FLSA Status | Exempt | | Posted Salary Range | Commensurate with experience | | Employment Status | Full Time | | Department | Men's Basketball | | Job Summary |
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. | | Licensing and Certifications |
N/A |

Physical Requirements

| Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas | No | | Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds | Occasionally | | Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds | Occasionally | | Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds | Occasionally | | Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds | Not Required | | Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds | Not Required | | Travel | Frequently | | Extended Work Hours | Frequently |

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S174 | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Location | Lorman | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Open Date | 03/20/2020 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | EEO Statement |

EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA/ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.

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