Job Information
Meridian Public School District Head Softball Coach - MHS in Meridian, Mississippi
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Proper certification by the State Department of Education 2. Successful coaching experience 3. Such other qualifications as may be set by the administration SUPERVISES: Students participating in a particular sport all assigned coaches REPORTS TO: Athletic Director and Building Administrator JOB GOAL: To apply leadership and to teach skills to ensure that each player will be the best he/she can be and maintain a competitive athletic program for the assigned sport(s).
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including, but are not limited to: 1. Possesses overall knowledge of the sport he/she is coaching. 2. Possesses the ability to motivate players. 3. Conducts himself/herself so as to be above reproach at all times. 4. Makes thorough preparation for carrying out responsibilities at all practice/game sessions. 5. Seeks to improve his/her coaching techniques. 6. Provides input and suggestions in planning practice schedules and game plans each week. 7. Shows enthusiasm, pride and hard work during in-season/off-season sessions. 8. Is fair, understanding, tolerant, sympathetic and patient with team members. 9. Is well-versed and knowledgeable in matters pertaining to his/her coaching assignments. 10. Maintains rapport with the coaching staff and players. 11. Attends scheduled practices during the off season. 12. Maintains suitable conduct toward players and officials at practice and games. 13. Is appropriately dressed for practice and at games. 14. Shows support for all athletic programs and school sponsored student activities. 15. Performs other such duties and responsibilities as the principal and/or athletic director may assign. 16. Resignation from coaching responsibilities is a resignation from teaching assignments, unless otherwise determined by district administration. 17. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. 18. Supports the Meridian Public School District Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan. 19. Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor. February 2026 Head Coach (All Sports)
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees
EVALUATION: Annually