ASSISTANT MEN’S BASKETBALL COACH / RECRUITING COORDINATOR
ATHLETICS
REPORT TO: Director of Athletics
E CLASS: F-12 Month
FLSA: Exempt
PURPOSE:
The Athletics Department invites applications for the position of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach /
Recruiting Coordinator. This position assists the head coach in all facets of the men’s basketball program
to ensure a quality program and a successful Division I team. The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach will
be responsible for assisting the head coach in all facets of the men’s basketball program including teaching
the fundamentals of the game; instructing, planning and directing practice and game strategies; advising
student-athletes regarding academics; oversight of team travel; and recruiting quality student-athletes that
excel both on the court and academically.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
ASSISTANT MEN’S BASKETBALL COACH / RECRUITING COORDINATOR
ATHLETICS
REPORT TO: Director of Athletics
E CLASS: F-12 Month
FLSA: Exempt
PURPOSE:
The Athletics Department invites applications for the position of Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach /
Recruiting Coordinator. This position assists the head coach in all facets of the men’s basketball program
to ensure a quality program and a successful Division I team. The Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach will
be responsible for assisting the head coach in all facets of the men’s basketball program including teaching
the fundamentals of the game; instructing, planning and directing practice and game strategies; advising
student-athletes regarding academics; oversight of team travel; and recruiting quality student-athletes that
excel both on the court and academically.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree; Four years of experience as a basketball coach or college or professional playing
experience; Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high quality student-athletes from diverse
backgrounds; Effective communication skills and ability to interact with a wide variety of people.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience as an assistant coach with experience at the NCAA Division II or
higher level; Former College or professional athlete; Head coaching experience; Experience recruiting
domestically and internationally.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with practice planning and coaching during team practices
• Assist with the organization and coordination of on-campus recruitment of prospective student-athletes
and coordination of all recruitment mailings and correspondence
• Assist athletic staff and head coach with team travel arrangements
• Assist with the monitoring of weight room and strength training programs
• Helps with game preparation and statistics, including scouting opponents.
• Assist head coach in monitoring academic progress to ensure retention and graduation
• Adhere to all NCAA Compliance rules and regulations
• Organize and conduct summer camps and clinics
• Other duties as assigned by the head coach.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Specific Skills • Communicate effectively and professionally, including written, interpersonal, and public
speaking. •Must be willing to work early morning, evening, weekends, and holidays.
Specialized Licenses • First Aid, CPR, AED training certification required.
Commitment to the Student-Athlete Experience: Enhancing the Student-athlete experience is a core
value of Miles College Athletic Department Mission. We strongly encourage applications from individuals
who will help fulfill this core value.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This opportunity requires the availability to work a variable schedule. Hours will be determined by mutual
agreement with the Director of Athletics and work to best accommodate the needs of the volleyball program
along with the athletics department. Traditional season and non-traditional Season hours will vary, with
hours in between seasons likely being more consistent. The work environment includes exposure to physical
conditions typical of a normal office environment. Most of the job is performed while sitting, although the
work may require occasional standing or walking and/or lifting and carrying small objects.
TRAVEL:
Travel is required for this position.
**This position description is a general guideline for work behavior and is not intended to be a
comprehensive listing of all job duties. Therefore, it is also not, nor can it be implied to be, a contract of
employment.
A criminal background check will be conducted. No phone calls will be accepted. Interested applicants
should submit a resume, cover letter, and application to hr@miles.edu. Must be legally authorized to
work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Due
to the large volume of inquiries, applicants will only receive a response if there is a match, at which point
the applicant will be contacted for an interview.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Miles College is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Miles College does not discriminate in its educational programs and activities based on race, color, religion,
ethnic or national origin, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation,
veteran status, or any other bases prohibited by law. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its
supporting regulations may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Brown Hall Room 101, 5500 Myron
Massey Blvd Fairfield, AL 35064, 205-929-1440, titleix@miles.edu. For information on the Title IX
Sexual Harassment/Sexual Assault policy and grievance procedures, please Click here.
TITLE IX / STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION
As set forth in this Policy, MILES COLLEGE prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its
programs and activities. As defined by Title IX, discrimination on the basis of sex includes
discrimination on the basis of sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, pregnancy or related
conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
MILES COLLEGE does not discriminate in its admissions practices, except as permitted by law,
in its employment practices, or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex.
MILES COLLEGE also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing sex discrimination or
participating in any sex discrimination investigation or complaint process, whether internal or
external to MILES COLLEGE. Sex-based harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic
violence, and stalking are forms of sex discrimination that are prohibited under Title IX and by
the college's Title IX Policy.
 
Miles College record compared to the conference
School | Conference | Overall | RPI | APR |
---|---|---|---|---|
Benedict College | 16–5 | 22–10 | — | — |
Tuskegee University | 15–5 | 20–9 | — | — |
Miles College | 15–5 | 23–7 | — | — |
Morehouse College | 14–7 | 18–10 | — | — |
Savannah State University | 13–8 | — | — | — |
Le Moyne-Owen College | 13–7 | 17–10 | — | — |
Lane College | 12–8 | 15–13 | — | — |
Fort Valley State University | 11–10 | 13–16 | — | — |
Kentucky State University | 11–9 | 15–13 | — | — |
Albany State University (Georgia) | 8–13 | 8–21 | — | — |
Clark Atlanta University | 7–14 | 8–20 | — | — |
Spring Hill College | 5–15 | 8–19 | — | — |
Edward Waters University | 5–16 | — | — | — |
Central State University | 5–15 | 5–23 | — | — |
Allen University | 4–17 | — | — | — |
Miles College past performance
Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024-2025 |
Fred Watson |
– | – | |
2023-2024 |
Fred Watson |
– | – | |
2022-2023 |
Fred Watson |
15–5 | 23–7 | |
2021-2022 |
Fred Watson |
17–1 | 24–5 | |
2020-2021 |
Fred Watson |
– | 9–1 | |
2019-2020 |
Fred Watson |
16–3 | 24–4 | |
2018-2019 |
Leon Douglas |
14–4 | 21–9 | |
2017-2018 |
Leon Douglas |
6–13 | 7–20 |
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