Assistant Mens Basketball Coach Position Available In Tate, Mississippi

Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Senatobia, MS, United States

JOB INFO

Job Identification
543
Posting Date
04/21/2025, 03:42 PM
Locations 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS, 38668, US
Degree Level
Bachelor’s Degree
Job Schedule
Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Men’s Basketball Coach in coaching the highly competitive NJCAA men’s basketball program. Recruiting student athletes, assisting in coordinating practices and activity travel, and in promoting events and activities.

REPORTABILITY

Head Men’s Basketball Coach

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
Prior college coaching experience preferred
Recruiting experience preferred
Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured to drive college vehicles required
Strong personal work ethic and high level of personal integrity
Knowledge of intercollegiate basketball program
Knowledge of and skill in use of computers and software applications, specifically Microsoft Office
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to effectively supervise the work of others

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position: Assists the Head Basketball Coach in planning, directing, and coaching intercollegiate men’s basketball program; develops student/athletes’ fullest potential while being regionally competitive and ethically run; ensures NJCAA rules and regulation compliance
Provides quality coaching and instruction to students participating in the men’s basketball program; develops, implements, and teaches related program curriculum as assigned
Assists Head Men’s Basketball Coach with oversight of student athlete’s conduct both on and off the court, assists with conflict resolution, development of positive interpersonal relationships including campus integration with other students and faculty;
Assists with the recruitment of student athletes; supports student athletes in realizing individual, team and academic goals
Attends college, department, and division meetings as required
Promote a positive atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation both within the College and the community
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Assist and supervise individual workouts; assist in game preparation (scouting, film breakdowns);
Assist with academic monitoring (class attendance, study halls, curfew checks); breakfast check; and summer camps while maintaining a clean facility;
Performs all other duties as assigned by Head Basketball Coach and Director of Athletics.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed on a basketball court, classroom or office setting under general supervision and with appropriate climate controls. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, large motor skills, ability to communicate.

Medium work:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle Mental