Director of Pitching Performance & Development

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Job Summary:

The Softball Director of Pitching Performance & Development supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of the pitching staff, including pitcher development, performance analysis, training protocols, and recruiting support.

Job Description:

This position works closely with the Head Coach, Pitching Coach, performance staff, sports medicine personnel, and analytics team to support pitcher development, performance, health, and competitive success.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with individualized pitcher development plans.
• Provide instruction focused on mechanics, pitch design, command, movement, velocity development, and competitive execution.
• Coordinate bullpen sessions, throwing programs, and recovery protocols.

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Job Summary:

The Softball Director of Pitching Performance & Development supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of the pitching staff, including pitcher development, performance analysis, training protocols, and recruiting support.

Job Description:

This position works closely with the Head Coach, Pitching Coach, performance staff, sports medicine personnel, and analytics team to support pitcher development, performance, health, and competitive success.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with individualized pitcher development plans.
• Provide instruction focused on mechanics, pitch design, command, movement, velocity development, and competitive execution.
• Coordinate bullpen sessions, throwing programs, and recovery protocols.
• Use video analysis, analytics, and performance technology to evaluate pitcher performance.
• Assist with opponent scouting, game preparation, and pitcher-specific game plans.
• Track athlete performance metrics and maintain development records.
• Assist with the identification, evaluation, and recruitment of prospective student-athletes.
• Collaborate with strength and conditioning, sports medicine, nutrition, and mental performance staff.
• Assist with camps, clinics, community engagement activities, and other assigned duties.

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

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.

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