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Langston University seeks a new Men’s Head Basketball Coach. Under administrative review of the University director of athletics, the coach will develop and execute strategies for the recruitment of student-athletes. The role is geared to developing a regionally and nationally competitive team to enhance the team’s performance as a SAC All-Conference sport. This is a national search for an individual that can provide direction and organize all aspects of the men’s basketball program. Some of the roles include organizing practice sessions, supervising support staff, being involved in the program, and promoting high academic performance.
- Develop and execute a strategy for building a regionally and nationally competitive team.
- Oversee plans for the season, including competitive schedule and practices, i.e., facilities, officials, practice schedules, supervise travel arrangements for away competition, and strategize for subsequent contests.
- In conjunction with head strength coach, develop training and conditioning program and organize all practice sessions to enhance team performance.
- Conceive, implement, and supervise a strategy to recruit high-profile NAIA Division I athletes in the LU men’s basketball program.
- Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the assistant coach, team manager, and other staff as assigned or recruited.
- Manage the men’s basketball budget within athletics and award scholarships.
- Serve as ambassador for the men’s Basketball Program and the University’s Athletic Department
- Community engagement and speaking engagements to promote basketball in the state, region, and nation, and serve as the main communicator for external and internal partners including media, alumni, and all Stakeholders for the University.
- Assist in the development of strategies to increase team recognition nationally and increase attendance at the home and away games.
- Partner with the LU Foundation to create funding opportunities for the men’s Basketball annual fund
- Work to develop other fundraising activities, including outreach (camps and/or clinics to support the men’s Basketball Program.
- Participate in in-service programs for coaches and officials; keep current with literature on coaching practices, rules of sport; physiological and psychological sports applications; contribute and participate in professional organizations
- Serve on committees and attend clinics, conventions, and other meetings.
- Participate in institutional professional development and training.
- Attend and support other university non-sports related activities and participate on university committees when applicable.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Develop and maintain a program strategic plan.
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