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External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.

IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV references cover letter and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The My Experience page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

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Job Details:

Responsibilities:

The head coach is responsible for conducting the overall program while abiding by departmental and university policy. Duties include coaching recruiting scheduling purchasing of equipment budget management monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and compliance with NCAA and Southern Conference rules and regulations. The Head Coach is responsible for promoting alumni donor and community relationships. The head coach will assist in fundraising efforts for their sport and overall department.

Qualifications:

A bachelors degree from an accredited college/university is required along with some prior coaching experience. Candidate must have working knowledge of NCAA and Southern Conference rules in relation to womens softball. Additionally the NCAA/Southern Conference recruiting test will be required which allows the coach to recruit off-campus. Candidates must have working knowledge of software and technology related to player performance and game video the physical capability of life field maintenance and setup for games good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to recruit quality student-athletes who have the capabilities to be successful in a challenging academic and athletic environment.

Candidates must have a valid drivers license and be insurable by the universitys carrier.

Background Check Contingencies:
- Criminal History
- Approved Drivers Check

Required Document Attachments:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- List of three professional references with contact information

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents) generous retirement contributions tuition waivers paid vacation and sick leave technology discounts schedules that allow for work-life balance and so much more!

At Mercer University a Bear is more than a mascot: its a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If youre seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced then you want to work at Mercer University.