The Head Women’s Basketball Coach provides leadership and direction for the college’s women’s basketball team, including but not limited to program budgeting, student recruitment, training and development of staff and players. The Head Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for the development of student-athletes and supports the mission of Division III athletics, and the mission of the college. This position reports to the Director of Athletics.

This is an on-site position in Jackson, MS with regular daily office hours and requires regular evening and weekend work and travel.

• Recruit and evaluate high school and college athletes within college admissions and NCAA Division III guidelines
• Facilitate team compliance with all NCAA Division III, Southern Athletics Association (SAA), and Millsaps College philosophies, emphasizing quality educational experience and academic success
• Provide on field coaching of athlete skill development and assistant coach development
• Hire, supervise, and develop an assistant coach
• Maintain a consistent office schedule
• Strategically plan and executive team practice schedules and sessions
• Manage and balance yearly program budget
• Oversee team travel and logistics, including vehicles, lodging, and meals
• Coordinate information exchanges with conference & non-conference opponents
• Monitor academic progress by student athletes involving grade reports, study skill development, and counseling
• Lead fund-raising programs to augment operations budget
• Maintain parent and alumnae communication
• Oversee the management and maintenance of equipment inventory
• Accept game-day administrator obligations each semester, if necessary
• Participate in various other areas of interest for the College and Department of Athletics
• Organize community service activities for team members and coaches
• Accept additional duties assigned by the Athletics Director

• Bachelor’s Degree in physical education, kinesiology or a relevant field, or an equivalent mix of education and experience; Master’s Degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years successful college/high school coaching experience; Division III experience preferred
• College and/or professional participation experience preferred
• CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain within 3 months of employment required
• Proven ability to promote a positive team environment and cultivate good morale
• Highly organized, creative problem-solver who takes initiative
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools. Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to varying technological environments
• Able to work in team environments and individually
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license