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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Lorman, MS 39096
Lorman, Mississippi

About this job

Job Title:

Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Posted Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience

Employment Status:

Full Time

Department:

Men's Basketball

Job Summary:

The incumbent is responsible for coaching student athletes and assisting in the management and administration of the intercollegiate men’s basketball program within the guidelines, rules and regulations of Alcorn State University, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
  • Thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport
  • Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
  • Strong knowledge of basketball skills and strategies
  • Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
  • Strong coaching and recruiting skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to recruit effectively
  • Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community
Essential Job Functions :
  • Assists with year-round recruitment of high school and junior college players, including traveling to prospective games/events, phone calls and letters to both coaches and players
  • Assists with delivering coaching instructions in a variety of learning styles
  • Assists with pre/post workouts
  • Ensures tapes/video equipment are prepared for home and away games and exchange tapes with opponents
  • Records statistics for each game
  • Represents Alcorn State University and the Men’s Basketball program in a professional manner
Licensing and Certifications :

N/A

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas:

No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds:

Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds:

Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds:

Occasionally

Travel:

Frequently

Extended Work Hours:

Frequently

Posting Number:

S1151

Number of Vacancies:

1

Location:

Lorman

Open Date:

08/25/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

EEO Statement:

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Advertising Summary:

Excellent Benefits Package


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Posting ID: 1157187023 Posted: 2025-09-01 Job Title: Assistant