What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Men's Basketball Coach position at Mississippi Valley State University?
Job Description
The Head Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for all facets of leading a competitive NCAA Division I program. This includes the strategic planning, recruitment, and holistic development of student-athletes, ensuring excellence both on the court and in the classroom. Core Responsibilities Program Leadership: Direct and coordinate the planning, organizing, and coaching of the men’s basketball team. Implement effective training and game strategies. Recruitment: Identify and recruit high-quality student-athletes who meet the academic and athletic standards of MVSU and the NCAA . Academic Success: Monitor and encourage the academic progress of student-athletes to ensure compliance with NCAA , SWAC , and University eligibility requirements. Fiscal Management: Prepare and manage the program’s operating budget, overseeing expenditures and adhering to departmental financial policies. Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to all NCAA , SWAC , and University rules and regulations, ensuring staff and players are informed of all governing policies. Public Relations & Fundraising: Act as a primary representative of the program by engaging with media, alumni, and donors to secure resources and promote public support. Staff Supervision: Recruit, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and team managers. Logistics: Coordinate home and away game arrangements, including scheduling, travel, and equipment needs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, ability to maintain a quality NCAA Division I Program and demonstrate solid communications and customer service skills; must have knowledge of recruiting of student-athletes to include rules and regulations governed by NCAA ; must be flexible and possess the ability to work well with all levels of MVSU faculty/staff; proven ability to plan, organize and prioritize responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Experience: Significant coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level, with a proven track record of player development and competitive success. Skills: Advanced knowledge of basketball tactics, techniques, and strategies. Strong interpersonal and motivational communication skills. Proficiency in video analysis and modern scouting technologies.
The Head Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for all facets of leading a competitive NCAA Division I program. This includes the strategic planning, recruitment, and holistic development of student-athletes, ensuring excellence both on the court and in the classroom. Core Responsibilities Program Leadership: Direct and coordinate the planning, organizing, and coaching of the men’s basketball team. Implement effective training and game strategies. Recruitment: Identify and recruit high-quality student-athletes who meet the academic and athletic standards of MVSU and the NCAA . Academic Success: Monitor and encourage the academic progress of student-athletes to ensure compliance with NCAA , SWAC , and University eligibility requirements. Fiscal Management: Prepare and manage the program’s operating budget, overseeing expenditures and adhering to departmental financial policies. Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to all NCAA , SWAC , and University rules and regulations, ensuring staff and players are informed of all governing policies. Public Relations & Fundraising: Act as a primary representative of the program by engaging with media, alumni, and donors to secure resources and promote public support. Staff Supervision: Recruit, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and team managers. Logistics: Coordinate home and away game arrangements, including scheduling, travel, and equipment needs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, ability to maintain a quality NCAA Division I Program and demonstrate solid communications and customer service skills; must have knowledge of recruiting of student-athletes to include rules and regulations governed by NCAA ; must be flexible and possess the ability to work well with all levels of MVSU faculty/staff; proven ability to plan, organize and prioritize responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
Experience: Significant coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level, with a proven track record of player development and competitive success. Skills: Advanced knowledge of basketball tactics, techniques, and strategies. Strong interpersonal and motivational communication skills. Proficiency in video analysis and modern scouting technologies.