Head Football Coach and Program Director

Memphis, Tennessee, POSITION OVERVIEW Memphis University School (MUS) seeks an experienced, mission-driven Head Football Coach to lead our program. Our school is committed to the whole student: character, academic excellence, resilience, and servant leadership, in the classroom and on the field. As chief architect of the football program from middle school through varsity, the Head Coach will align athletic development with the school’s mission and educational philosophy. We are looking for a mentor who sees athletics as an extension of the classroom and who puts the growth, integrity, and well-being of student-athletes first. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Vision & Culture Leadership

Mission Alignment: Embed the school’s core values and mission statement into every facet of the football program, ensuring athletics reinforce institutional culture. Holistic Development: Foster a positive, competitive, and inclusive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, academic accountability, mental toughness, and mutual respect. Pipeline Integration: Partner with athletic administration and middle school coaches to build a cohesive, developmentally appropriate curriculum and playing system across all grade levels .

Student-Athlete Mentorship & Development

Character Formation: Mentor student-athletes in leadership, time management, accountability, and ethical decision-making. Developmental Growth: Hold all team members accountable to the same high standard while pushing them to be their best in all aspects and activities in which they are a part. Collegiate Pathways: Guide prospective student-athletes and their families through the college recruitment process, leveraging professional networks to advocate for players seeking opportunities at the next level .

Coaching & Staff Management

On-Field Leadership: Design and implement comprehensive offensive, defensive, and special teams schemes tailored to the strengths of the roster. Staff Development: Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches across varsity and sub-varsity levels, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented coaching staff. Practice & Game Management: Plan, organize, and execute efficient, high-tempo practices, conditioning programs, and game-day strategies .

Administration & Engagement

Program Operations: Effectively communicate with all constituents and maintain the organization of our football program. Manage equipment inventory, budget allocations, practice scheduling, and other protocols in coordination with the Athletic Director. Community & Alumni Relations: Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with faculty, parents, alumni, and the broader school community to build enthusiasm and support for the program. Safety & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with state athletic association regulations, school policies, and rigorous safety standards, including up-to-date certifications in concussion protocols, CPR, and first aid . QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required; master’s degree or advanced coursework in education, leadership, or a related field is preferred. Experience: Successful head coaching experience at the high school (independent private school) or collegiate level is preferred. Character & Philosophy: Demonstrated track record of building program culture, mentoring youth, and aligning athletic success with institutional values. Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect effectively with students, parents, faculty, alumni and administration. Position Status: Full-time (faculty or administrative role commensurate with experience) Salary: Commensurate with experience and credentials APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Director of Athletics Thad McCracken at thad.mccracken@musowls.org . All applications will be held in strict confidence, and no references will be contacted without the candidate’s permission. MISSION STATEMENT Memphis University School is a college-preparatory school dedicated to academic excellence, cultivation of service and leadership, and the development of well-rounded young men of strong moral character, consistent with the school’s Christian tradition. About Memphis University School Founded in 1893, MUS is a nationally respected college-preparatory school for boys in grades 6-12, located on a 94-acre campus in Memphis, Tennessee. Our engaging curriculum, dedicated faculty, and full range of athletic, artistic, and extracurricular programs all operate under the school’s Honor Code. Together they create a community where boys thrive and become well-rounded young men of strong moral character, prepared for college and for life. Our academic results reflect the strength of our faculty. We maintain a 7:1 student-faculty ratio, and about 70% of our faculty hold a master’s degree or Ph.D. Nearly 50% of our students typically score 30 or higher on the ACT, and 90% score 3 or higher on AP exams. Attrition among families is remarkably low, a sign of how much they value our culture and programs. This is an exciting time to be at MUS. We are in the final year of our Legacy Forward Strategic Plan, and the ongoing Bold Vision Bright Future capital campaign has raised more than $120 million to date for endowment and campus improvements, including a new athletic field house. Enrollment has averaged 620 students over the last five years and is on a strong growth trajectory. Our student body is diverse, representing a wide range of cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and neighborhoods across the Memphis area, including families from Mississippi and Arkansas. Employment at Memphis University School is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug-screening, and reference checks. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO EMPLOYMENT At Memphis University School we hire faculty and staff of any race, color, religion, sex, or national and ethnic origin and accord them all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally made available to faculty and staff at the school. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national and ethnic origin. https://www.musowls.org/careers