What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
Men's Basketball
Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible for coaching student athletes and assisting in the management and administration of the intercollegiate men’s basketball program within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Alcorn State University, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
N/A
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
Travel
Frequently
Extended Work Hours
Frequently
Posting Number
S1151
Number Of Vacancies
1
Location:
Lorman
Open Date
08/25/2025
Open Until Filled
No
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
Men's Basketball
Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible for coaching student athletes and assisting in the management and administration of the intercollegiate men’s basketball program within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Alcorn State University, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
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
- Assists with year-round recruitment of high school and junior college players, including traveling to prospective games/events, phone calls and letters to both coaches and players
- Assists with delivering coaching instructions in a variety of learning styles
- Assists with pre/post workouts
- Ensures tapes/video equipment are prepared for home and away games and exchange tapes with opponents
- Records statistics for each game
- Represents Alcorn State University and the Men’s Basketball program in a professional manner
N/A
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
Travel
Frequently
Extended Work Hours
Frequently
Posting Number
S1151
Number Of Vacancies
1
Location:
Lorman
Open Date
08/25/2025
Open Until Filled
No
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
