1st Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach – Mississippi Valley State

School: Mississippi Valley State
Position: 1st Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
Position Type: Full-time
Organization: NCAA
Level: Division I
Conference: SWAC
Description:
The successful candidate will assist the head coach in coordinating and planning all aspects of the men’s basketball program and work cooperatively with all personnel in maintaining a quality program within the policy framework of Mississippi Valley State University, NCAA, and the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC).
Essential job functions will include:
  • Recruiting & Scouting: Evaluate and recruit prospective student-athletes, manage recruiting databases, and coordinate on-campus visits. Analyze game film and scout opposing teams to develop effective game strategies.
  • Player Development & Coaching: Assist in planning and running team practices, design individual player workouts, and provide in-game tactical advice and instruction.
  • Academic Monitoring: Track the academic progress and class attendance of student-athletes to ensure they meet NCAA, NAIA, or NJCAA eligibility requirements and maintain progress toward graduation.
  • Administration & Operations: Manage travel logistics, equipment, and summer camps. Operate within the athletic department’s allocated budget.
  • Compliance: Strictly adhere to all league and institutional rules and regulations.
  • All other duties as assigned by the head coach.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of coaching experience or a combination thereof; possess knowledge in the sport; ability to maintain a quality NCAA Division I Program and demonstrate solid communications and customer service skills; must have knowledge of recruiting 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.
Applicant Information:

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Link: https://mvsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/2001
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