Head Women's Soccer Coach

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Position Description

Ole Miss Athletics strives to advance a championship culture that develops educates and empowers our student-athletes while providing a premier experience for the Ole Miss family.

The University of Mississippi is conducting a search for the position of Head Womens Soccer Coach. The selected candidate will organize and direct all aspects of the NCAA Division I womens soccer program. Assist in the organization planning and coaching of all practices and games as well as the individual skill development of student-athletes in a Division I program. Evaluates identifies and recruits quality student-athletes. Compliance with all NCAA SEC CSC and university rules and regulations.

Position Details

Essential Functions
Develop a successful competitive program that demonstrates excellence on the field in the classroom and in the community.
Recruit retain and graduate student-athletes who embody the universitys academic and athletic standards.
Hire supervise and evaluate assistant coaches and support staff.
Manage program operations including scheduling budgeting travel equipment and fundraising.
Foster positive relationships with alumni university stakeholders and the local community to promote the programs visibility and support.
Work closely with university resources including academic support services sports psychology professionals and health and performance teams to ensure holistic student-athlete development.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree or subsequent experience
Relevant Collegiate level coaching and or playing experience on a competitive level.
Demonstrative ability to work with a variety of personalities backgrounds and generations.

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledgeable of relevant NCAA SEC and CSC rules and regulations.

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

About the University of MS & Oxford MS

Founded in 1848 the University of Mississippi (UM) affectionately known to alumni students and friends as Ole Miss is Mississippis flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification it has a long history of producing leaders in public service academics and business. The University of Mississippi consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For is located in Oxford MS which is ranked one of the Top 10 Best College Towns. With more than 24000 students UM is the states largest university and is ranked among the nations fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2900 employees has consistently been named one of Mississippis Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the Cultural Mecca of the South creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxfords rich history small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times Southern Living Condé Nast Traveler and GQ. Among other cultural activities annual events include the Oxford Film Festival a thriving local music scene and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town filled with unique shops and galleries eclectic restaurants and clubs historic landmarks and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and when appropriate a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice education program or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race color gender sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin ethnicity citizenship age disability military status protected veteran status or genetic information or any other legally protected status.