The Head Men’s Basketball Coach will be responsible for the direction and oversight of a NCAA Division II Basketball program at Southern Arkansas University and the coaching functions related to the sport of Men’s Basketball. These functions include, but are not limited to the following: coaching, recruiting, practice, game day preparation, alumni communication, fundraising and management of staff; managing budget; providing effective management of games and practices; supervising staff and establishing a strong working relationship with the University and surrounding community; follow NCAA, Great American Conference and university rules and regulations, developing athletes to achieve success on the court and in the classroom; organize and manage camps and clinics. Additional assignments depending on qualifications could include teaching, development, or other area of expertise, and perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Qualifications include the following: Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred; three to five years coaching experience equivalent to Division II, collegiate experience preferred; proven ability to lead and manage people; possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability and success in teaching the skills and fundamentals of the sport; ability to organize and motivate student-athletes to maximum performance level in sports; academic achievements; proven experience in recruiting highly motivated and qualified student-athletes; and experience budget management.