Examples Assists the Head Coach in organizing and supervising practices; maintaining uniforms and equipment; enforcing team discipline and rules of conduct; and developing a recruiting program designed to attract top quality student athletes to the university. Reviews and evaluates games films and recommends appropriate strategies in preparing for upcoming opponents. Assists in monitoring the academic progress and eligibility status of student-athletes. Conducts performance evaluations and counsels with individual student athletes. Supervises graduates-student coaches. Supports the Head Coach in insuring compliance with all rules and regulations of the conferences or national athletic associations of which the university may be a member. Assists with fund-raising activities. Represents the Head Coach at public functions when the Head Coach is unable to attend. Performs such other duties as assigned by the Head Basketball Coach and/or the Athletics Director.

Experience

Preferably three to five years of college coaching experience and collegiate playing experience at a four-year institution, or three to five years of experience at the junior college or high school level.

Knowledge

Must be able to communicate and deal effectively with a variety of constituencies, including students, alumni, boosters, the media, and the community at large. Public speaking skills extremely helpful. Must have good organizational and administrative skills.

Education

Bachelor's required, Masters preferred. Preferably in Kinesiology and or Sports Administration

Additional Requirements

Must be qualified and certified to teach academic subjects. Some heavy lifting is required. Serves as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

Standard Requirements

Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.

This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.