Essential Duties: Primary purpose is to teach and coach student-athletes while assisting the head coach in the conduct of the program. Performs components of the varsity women’s basketball program to include coaching, team travel, recruiting, and office duties. Identifies and recruits academically qualified student-athletes and reinforces student-athletes goal to graduate. Actively support the endeavors and advancement of the Missouri Southern Athletics Department. Operates within the guidelines of Missouri Southern State University, MIAA, and NCAA rules and regulations. Communicates with members of the media when the head coach is not available. Performs athletic administration and support activities, including regular attendance at department meetings. Work effectively and collaboratively with medical staff, including athletic trainers, team physicians and strength and conditioning coaches to ensure the physical and mental health and well-being of student-athletes. Develop and maintain quality relationships within the community both on and off-campus. Promote the academic and athletic well-being of student-athletes. Conduct summer camps and clinics, if warranted. Performs other related duties as required.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university required. Master’s degree preferred.

Minimum 1-2 years collegiate coaching basketball coaching experience preferred.

Competitive background in collegiate basketball preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of the institution, MIAA, and Division II athletics preferred.

Experience in working with a diverse population.

Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use is preferred at the time of hire, and will be required prior to participation in any countable athletically related activities as defined by the NCAA.

Must have valid driver's license and the ability to meet insurance requirements for driving university vehicles.

About Missouri Southern State University

Missouri Southern State University is located in Joplin, Missouri. Joplin, with a population of around 50,000, is a retail hub serving approximately 400,000 people - the fourth largest metro area in Missouri. Approximately 5,600 undergraduates are enrolled in our state-supported, comprehensive university offering more than 100 degree options and a strong commitment to international education, liberal arts, and professional and pre-professional programs. MSSU is a member of NCAA Division II and the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA).

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