Developmental Coach

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Job Summary:

The Developmental Football Coach program is designed to provide aspiring coaches with comprehensive, hands-on experience in a Division I football environment. Participants will support the Ole Miss Football coaching staff in all phases of the program, including game planning, practice preparation, data analysis, and recruiting, while engaging in a structured professional development curriculum.

The Developmental Football Coach program is designed to provide aspiring coaches with comprehensive, hands-on experience in a Division I football environment. Participants will support the Ole Miss Football coaching staff in all phases of the program, including game planning, practice preparation, data analysis, and recruiting, while engaging in a structured professional development curriculum.

Job Description:

This is a developmental, term-limited role intended to prepare the coach for higher-level or on-field coaching positions within Division I football.

Job Responsibilities:

Breakdown:

Aid in the preparation of video cut-ups, scouting reports, and drawings and playbooks for coaches.

Opponent Advance:

Aid in upcoming opponents' film to identify tendencies, formations, and weaknesses.

Self-Scouting:

Periodic breakdown of own film to identify potential advantages, weaknesses, and performance trends.

Data Analysis:

Create reports, graphs and charts and statistical profiles to inform strategy.

Practice/Game Support:

Assist with practice planning and in-game logistics, including charting, organization, game strategy, and verbal communication with coaching staff.

Recruiting:

Assist with talent evaluation and recruiting research.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's Experience:

Relevant experience

Interview Requirement:

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.

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, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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.