Southern Arkansas University, an NCAA Division II member institution and member of the Great American Conference (GAC), is seeking applicants for the position of Head Women’s Flag Football Coach. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and leading the University’s women’s flag football program in preparation for its inaugural season in Spring 2028. The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027.
Duties: Provide strategic direction, leadership, and motivation for the women’s flag football program; develop and establish a competitive NCAA Division II women’s flag football program for its inaugural Spring 2028 season; work within the University mission to provide a competitive, unique, and positive collegiate athletic experience for student-athletes; recruit, retain, coach, and develop student-athletes to achieve success on the field and in the classroom; establish a strong recruiting network and develop relationships with high school and club programs; develop and implement offensive and defensive strategies, practice plans, and player development programs; comply with NCAA, Great American Conference, and University rules and regulations; provide effective and positive management of competitions and practices; assist in fundraising; manage all flag football-related budgets; coordinate scheduling, travel, equipment, and other program operations; attend staff meetings; communicate with alumni; organize and manage camps and clinics; establish strong working relationships with the University and surrounding community; and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred; previous coaching experience required, experience coaching or playing competitive flag football preferred; demonstrated knowledge of football fundamentals, offensive and defensive strategies, and player development; proven ability to recruit highly motivated and qualified student-athletes; demonstrated leadership, organizational, and program-building abilities; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with student-athletes, coaches, and campus personnel; aptitude to organize and motivate student-athletes to achieve maximum performance; commitment to academic achievement and student-athlete development; and experience managing budgets and athletic program operations preferred. All SAU employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in interpersonal behaviors and be committed to effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.
Interested parties should send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and contact information for five (5) references to Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, P.O. Box 9288, Magnolia, AR 71754-9288, or HR@saumag.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. EEO. Non-listed references may be contacted.
