Brandon

[RMcCormick66]

14 hours ago, BrickCity said:

I heard the coaching search will be nation wide

Why stop there, Why not make it an international job search!

[maroontide06]

1 hour ago, JACKTOWN91 said:

The football coach is the AD at several of the Jackson Metro schools. It’s a pretty normal thing. 

But when you are trying to operate a 7A athletic department like a D1 athletic department, why combine the duties?  I get the point made about that being the way to give the HFC a bump in pay, but with the deep pockets that Brandon has, they should be able to afford both.  Give the base pay and then give supplemental pay.  Is there a limit on supplemental pay?

[TigersFan]

3 hours ago, maroontide06 said:

But when you are trying to operate a 7A athletic department like a D1 athletic department, why combine the duties?  I get the point made about that being the way to give the HFC a bump in pay, but with the deep pockets that Brandon has, they should be able to afford both.  Give the base pay and then give supplemental pay.  Is there a limit on supplemental pay?

Brandon is part of Ranking county school system which has multiple High Schools. Yes, I am sure Brandon pays better than Pisgah but it ain't going to be crazy. 

[Rebel Bert]

31 minutes ago, TigersFan said:

Brandon is part of Ranking county school system which has multiple High Schools. Yes, I am sure Brandon pays better than Pisgah but it ain't going to be crazy. 

When you have industry, businesses, etc like Rankin County you have a much larger tax base you can pay more. At the rate their building hours Pisgah is heading towards being a 4A school some day. 

[ScaryTerry]

8 hours ago, Vott said:

Yeah ok. I am sure that Brandon has hired a search committee and they will be traveling all over the country to find the right coach. If you had said the southeast I would have believed you.

May not be too far fetched. Hattiesburg did just hire a coach from Georgia and the coach from St Martin is now in Utah.

[Insideradvantage]

Is there nobody on the Brandon staff who is deserving to be the next head football coach?  If I were on that staff, had the credentials and actually wanted the job, I would hope to at least be in the running. However, I’m not seeing that mentioned here unless I’ve missed it. Strange. 

[ManCoverage]

10 minutes ago, Insideradvantage said:

Is there nobody on the Brandon staff who is deserving to be the next head football coach?  If I were on that staff, had the credentials and actually wanted the job, I would hope to at least be in the running. However, I’m not seeing that mentioned here unless I’ve missed it. Strange. 

I agree.  As successful as they have been, the coordinators should be in the hunt.  Sam Williams is a very good football coach but he isn't the only reason for the success I wouldnt think. 

[s1nglewing]

1 hour ago, Insideradvantage said:

Is there nobody on the Brandon staff who is deserving to be the next head football coach?  If I were on that staff, had the credentials and actually wanted the job, I would hope to at least be in the running. However, I’m not seeing that mentioned here unless I’ve missed it. Strange. 

Rogers is a very good coach

[Rebel Bert]

Co worker asked me will Bramlett leave Ocean Springs and come home. His dad is the District Attorney.

[coastfootballfanman]

Word around Ocean Springs is that Bramlett has put in for it. Not sure how true it is obviously, but it would make a ton of sense. Brandon matches every good thing Ocean Springs has from a lifestyle stand point pretty much and he will almost be a shoe in to get to south state in 7A year in and out at Brandon. 

[ManCoverage]

What about Pennock, Collums, and Causey?  Could see their names being in the ring too 

[RUNNINGMAN67]

4 hours ago, coastfootballfanman said:

Word around Ocean Springs is that Bramlett has put in for it. Not sure how true it is obviously, but it would make a ton of sense. Brandon matches every good thing Ocean Springs has from a lifestyle stand point pretty much and he will almost be a shoe in to get to south state in 7A year in and out at Brandon. 

I don’t see this happening the cost a much better place to live and he’s dominating the district 

[BrickCity]

On 3/13/2025 at 8:51 AM, Vott said:

Yeah ok. I am sure that Brandon has hired a search committee and they will be traveling all over the country to find the right coach. If you had said the southeast I would have believed you.

I dont think they will hire someone from Alaska but I wouldnt be surprised if they go as far as Texas

[s1nglewing]

17 minutes ago, BrickCity said:

I dont think they will hire someone from Alaska but I wouldnt be surprised if they go as far as Texas

No school in Mississippi can touch Texas $ for head coaches

[BrickCity]

Just now, s1nglewing said:

No school in Mississippi can't touch Texas $ for head coaches

I agree, but I dont think its out of the question. I think Vott might be more correct when saying "South East". I dont think its specific to just that, though.

[KOshooter]

On 3/12/2025 at 4:38 PM, Dawgs86 said:

Surprised the AD position isn’t separate from HFC position. Helps increase HFC $$$ when combined, but that’s a lot of responsibility throughout the year. Especially at a 7A program, at a school where all sports expect to be successful year in and year out. 

That’s why a lot of football schools have assistant Athletic Directors. 
 

Edited March 15, 2025 by KOshooter
…….

[maroontide06]

On 3/15/2025 at 1:34 PM, KOshooter said:

That’s why a lot of football schools have assistant Athletic Directors. 
 

But why does the Head Football Coach have to be the AD?  Down here at Picayune our AD is an assistant football coach and assistant principal.  Picayune also has an assistant AD as well.

[JagsFan77]

On 3/17/2025 at 10:17 AM, maroontide06 said:

But why does the Head Football Coach have to be the AD?  Down here at Picayune our AD is an assistant football coach and assistant principal.  Picayune also has an assistant AD as well.

Brandon Job Listing:

Brandon High School has a job vacancy for an Athletic Director/Head Football Coach.
In keeping a tradition of excellence, the Athletic Director will provide maximum participation for students in interscholastic athletics and activities using the safest and most effective coaching and training methods. Further, the Athletic Director will oversee the development and implementation of a stellar, comprehensive high school athletic and activities programs that reflect RCSD’s tradition of excellence.
Duties and responsibilities:


● Maintains files and records required by policy, regulation, law and good practice


● Serves as game administrator during school events as designated by the principal


● Attends booster meetings as assigned by the principal


● Responds to requests for information in a timely manner


● Implements board policies and the policies of MHSAA advises the administration on legal matters related to athletics and/or activities


● Assesses department needs through consultation with students, staff, parents and develops policy recommendations for the Board’s consideration and action


● Demonstrates vision through annual and long-range strategic plan for growing and advancing the program


● Evaluates the extra-curricular activities and athletic programs


● Develops and updates brochures, social media messages, handbooks, and policy manuals for all sports/extra-curricular programs that report to the AD


● Conducts research related to athletic programs and implements relevant, proven strategies and practices


● Keeps the school community informed and excited about the extracurricular activities and athletic programs


● Engages in fiscal planning-both short and long-range


● Assists in preparing and implementing the school system budget and coordinates department purchasing


● Recommends capital improvements and negotiated contracts and agreements


● Formulates specifications to be incorporated into contracts and bids Created January 2021
Athletic Director/ Teacher/Coach Job Description


● Serves as a consultant in the selection of supplies and materials


● Supervises all ticket sales and fund-raising events of the athletic program


● Oversees the appropriate receipt and disbursement of student activity cash funds


● Supervises and guides the fiscal planning/execution of all parent volunteer organizations supporting the high school athletic program


● Prepares schedules for use of facilities


● Issues timely announcements of upcoming events and deadlines


● Organizes and administers the overall program of extracurricular athletics for the school


● Coordinates officials, team physicians, supervisors and law enforcement/security, for supervision of contests


● Arranges transportation for athletic contest participants


● Verifies each athlete’s eligibility for participation in each sport


● Arranges all details of visiting teams’ needs, as appropriate


● Provides for emergency health care and first aid treatment


● Arranges field, gymnasium and practice schedules, including arrangements for summer recreation programs and non-school use of playing fields and facilities


● Recruits, screens, interviews and recommends prospective coaches


● Makes coaching assignment recommendations


● Supervises and evaluates coaching staff and other athletic personnel


● Provides opportunities for professional development for the coaching staff


● Monitors personnel time records, approves attendance at professional meetings


● Reports complaints regarding employee conduct or performance to principal and HR


● Encourages the development and use of new strategies


● Provides staff leadership to promote the athletic objectives of the district


● Assists coaches in the handling of day-to-day problems


● Resolves staff problems and provides support to coaches


● Schedules monthly meetings with all Head Coaches and weekly in-season meetings with individual Head Coaches


● Attends practices and games for purposes of evaluation and needs assessment.


● Attends professional conferences to keep abreast of promising instructional practices


● Enforces the federal, state and board policy on equal educational opportunity


● Develops, supervises and supports an effective, comprehensive and equal opportunities athletic program for all male and female students


● Advises on modification of programs to meet individual student health needs


● Investigates and immediately reports complaints


● Participates in the work of state and national associations.


● Issues repair orders. Provides specifications and drawings to the maintenance/ custodial department.


● Inspects buildings and grounds, machines and equipment. Determines safety and obsolescence of equipment.


● Enforces compliance with occupational health and safety codes and standards.


● Recommends watering and spraying schedules for school athletic fields.


● Orders and oversees repairs or replacement of defective parts.


● Assists in the development of specifications for construction projects.


● Assists in identifying and using community resources for the athletic program.


● Supports the professional development of staff members.


● Coordinates public or special events.


● Supervises part-time student help.


● Develops and places into operation appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities.


● Oversees the implementation of the insurance program covering school athletes. Created January 2021
Athletic Director/ Teacher/Coach Job Description


● Works to resolve conflicts; anticipates and resolves potential problems

.● Organizes, plans and coordinates departmental awards including recognition of alumni, former coaches, and staff.


● Interacts and aides in the development of feeder programs.


● Plans and supervises an annual recognition program for school athletes.


● Keeps records of the results of school athletic contests, and maintains a record file of all award winners, stating the date and type of award, including athletic scholarships.


● Interacts with students to encourage performance at their highest level.


● Maintains appropriate professional relationships with parents, parent groups (e.g. Athletic Boosters), school volunteers and outside agencies.


● Oversees any summer athletic programs


● Maintain confidentiality


● Regular, dependable attendance is an essential function of this position


● Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy


● Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district policies and applicable procedures and protocols as established by RCSD, and Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct
Qualifications:


▪ Education Level: Educator license


▪ Certifications: meet MHSAA criteria


▪ Other: CDL license preferred

 

 

Seeing this… it makes you think… who would put this kinda list together for a high school job listing? Why would you want to work with anyone who is obviously VERY anal? Someone who puts this out there is no one I’d want to work for. Is this kinda demeanor the exact reason why Sam is leaving?

[coastfootballfanman]

I think it was done more to scare people away from applying and sort of automatically filtering out the candidate list. LOL as crazy as that sounds. 

[Vott]

39 minutes ago, JagsFan77 said:

Brandon Job Listing:

Brandon High School has a job vacancy for an Athletic Director/Head Football Coach.
In keeping a tradition of excellence, the Athletic Director will provide maximum participation for students in interscholastic athletics and activities using the safest and most effective coaching and training methods. Further, the Athletic Director will oversee the development and implementation of a stellar, comprehensive high school athletic and activities programs that reflect RCSD’s tradition of excellence.
Duties and responsibilities:


● Maintains files and records required by policy, regulation, law and good practice


● Serves as game administrator during school events as designated by the principal


● Attends booster meetings as assigned by the principal


● Responds to requests for information in a timely manner


● Implements board policies and the policies of MHSAA advises the administration on legal matters related to athletics and/or activities


● Assesses department needs through consultation with students, staff, parents and develops policy recommendations for the Board’s consideration and action


● Demonstrates vision through annual and long-range strategic plan for growing and advancing the program


● Evaluates the extra-curricular activities and athletic programs


● Develops and updates brochures, social media messages, handbooks, and policy manuals for all sports/extra-curricular programs that report to the AD


● Conducts research related to athletic programs and implements relevant, proven strategies and practices


● Keeps the school community informed and excited about the extracurricular activities and athletic programs


● Engages in fiscal planning-both short and long-range


● Assists in preparing and implementing the school system budget and coordinates department purchasing


● Recommends capital improvements and negotiated contracts and agreements


● Formulates specifications to be incorporated into contracts and bids Created January 2021
Athletic Director/ Teacher/Coach Job Description


● Serves as a consultant in the selection of supplies and materials


● Supervises all ticket sales and fund-raising events of the athletic program


● Oversees the appropriate receipt and disbursement of student activity cash funds


● Supervises and guides the fiscal planning/execution of all parent volunteer organizations supporting the high school athletic program


● Prepares schedules for use of facilities


● Issues timely announcements of upcoming events and deadlines


● Organizes and administers the overall program of extracurricular athletics for the school


● Coordinates officials, team physicians, supervisors and law enforcement/security, for supervision of contests


● Arranges transportation for athletic contest participants


● Verifies each athlete’s eligibility for participation in each sport


● Arranges all details of visiting teams’ needs, as appropriate


● Provides for emergency health care and first aid treatment


● Arranges field, gymnasium and practice schedules, including arrangements for summer recreation programs and non-school use of playing fields and facilities


● Recruits, screens, interviews and recommends prospective coaches


● Makes coaching assignment recommendations


● Supervises and evaluates coaching staff and other athletic personnel


● Provides opportunities for professional development for the coaching staff


● Monitors personnel time records, approves attendance at professional meetings


● Reports complaints regarding employee conduct or performance to principal and HR


● Encourages the development and use of new strategies


● Provides staff leadership to promote the athletic objectives of the district


● Assists coaches in the handling of day-to-day problems


● Resolves staff problems and provides support to coaches


● Schedules monthly meetings with all Head Coaches and weekly in-season meetings with individual Head Coaches


● Attends practices and games for purposes of evaluation and needs assessment.


● Attends professional conferences to keep abreast of promising instructional practices


● Enforces the federal, state and board policy on equal educational opportunity


● Develops, supervises and supports an effective, comprehensive and equal opportunities athletic program for all male and female students


● Advises on modification of programs to meet individual student health needs


● Investigates and immediately reports complaints


● Participates in the work of state and national associations.


● Issues repair orders. Provides specifications and drawings to the maintenance/ custodial department.


● Inspects buildings and grounds, machines and equipment. Determines safety and obsolescence of equipment.


● Enforces compliance with occupational health and safety codes and standards.


● Recommends watering and spraying schedules for school athletic fields.


● Orders and oversees repairs or replacement of defective parts.


● Assists in the development of specifications for construction projects.


● Assists in identifying and using community resources for the athletic program.


● Supports the professional development of staff members.


● Coordinates public or special events.


● Supervises part-time student help.


● Develops and places into operation appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities.


● Oversees the implementation of the insurance program covering school athletes. Created January 2021
Athletic Director/ Teacher/Coach Job Description


● Works to resolve conflicts; anticipates and resolves potential problems

.● Organizes, plans and coordinates departmental awards including recognition of alumni, former coaches, and staff.


● Interacts and aides in the development of feeder programs.


● Plans and supervises an annual recognition program for school athletes.


● Keeps records of the results of school athletic contests, and maintains a record file of all award winners, stating the date and type of award, including athletic scholarships.


● Interacts with students to encourage performance at their highest level.


● Maintains appropriate professional relationships with parents, parent groups (e.g. Athletic Boosters), school volunteers and outside agencies.


● Oversees any summer athletic programs


● Maintain confidentiality


● Regular, dependable attendance is an essential function of this position


● Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy


● Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district policies and applicable procedures and protocols as established by RCSD, and Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct
Qualifications:


▪ Education Level: Educator license


▪ Certifications: meet MHSAA criteria


▪ Other: CDL license preferred

 

 

Seeing this… it makes you think… who would put this kinda list together for a high school job listing? Why would you want to work with anyone who is obviously VERY anal? Someone who puts this out there is no one I’d want to work for. Is this kinda demeanor the exact reason why Sam is leaving?

What football coach has time to do all that, especially during football season when he is preparing for a game during the week while his players are in class and then after school practicing for 2.5 hrs. If the next person at Brandon can pull double duty, then I tip my hat to you my guy.

[maroontide06]

9 minutes ago, Vott said:

What football coach has time to do all that, especially during football season when he is preparing for a game during the week while his players are in class and then after school practicing for 2.5 hrs. If the next person at Brandon can pull double duty, then I tip my hat to you my guy.

Apparently he's got to have a law degree as well, because he's got to advise in legal matters along with all the other junk.  It's the craziest job posting I've ever seen.  It'll definitely weed folks out.  Maybe they can get a Mike Leach reincarnation since he was a football coach with a law degree.

[JACKTOWN91]

1 hour ago, JagsFan77 said:

Brandon Job Listing:

Brandon High School has a job vacancy for an Athletic Director/Head Football Coach.
In keeping a tradition of excellence, the Athletic Director will provide maximum participation for students in interscholastic athletics and activities using the safest and most effective coaching and training methods. Further, the Athletic Director will oversee the development and implementation of a stellar, comprehensive high school athletic and activities programs that reflect RCSD’s tradition of excellence.
Duties and responsibilities:


● Maintains files and records required by policy, regulation, law and good practice


● Serves as game administrator during school events as designated by the principal


● Attends booster meetings as assigned by the principal


● Responds to requests for information in a timely manner


● Implements board policies and the policies of MHSAA advises the administration on legal matters related to athletics and/or activities


● Assesses department needs through consultation with students, staff, parents and develops policy recommendations for the Board’s consideration and action


● Demonstrates vision through annual and long-range strategic plan for growing and advancing the program


● Evaluates the extra-curricular activities and athletic programs


● Develops and updates brochures, social media messages, handbooks, and policy manuals for all sports/extra-curricular programs that report to the AD


● Conducts research related to athletic programs and implements relevant, proven strategies and practices


● Keeps the school community informed and excited about the extracurricular activities and athletic programs


● Engages in fiscal planning-both short and long-range


● Assists in preparing and implementing the school system budget and coordinates department purchasing


● Recommends capital improvements and negotiated contracts and agreements


● Formulates specifications to be incorporated into contracts and bids Created January 2021
Athletic Director/ Teacher/Coach Job Description


● Serves as a consultant in the selection of supplies and materials


● Supervises all ticket sales and fund-raising events of the athletic program


● Oversees the appropriate receipt and disbursement of student activity cash funds


● Supervises and guides the fiscal planning/execution of all parent volunteer organizations supporting the high school athletic program


● Prepares schedules for use of facilities


● Issues timely announcements of upcoming events and deadlines


● Organizes and administers the overall program of extracurricular athletics for the school


● Coordinates officials, team physicians, supervisors and law enforcement/security, for supervision of contests


● Arranges transportation for athletic contest participants


● Verifies each athlete’s eligibility for participation in each sport


● Arranges all details of visiting teams’ needs, as appropriate


● Provides for emergency health care and first aid treatment


● Arranges field, gymnasium and practice schedules, including arrangements for summer recreation programs and non-school use of playing fields and facilities


● Recruits, screens, interviews and recommends prospective coaches


● Makes coaching assignment recommendations


● Supervises and evaluates coaching staff and other athletic personnel


● Provides opportunities for professional development for the coaching staff


● Monitors personnel time records, approves attendance at professional meetings


● Reports complaints regarding employee conduct or performance to principal and HR


● Encourages the development and use of new strategies


● Provides staff leadership to promote the athletic objectives of the district


● Assists coaches in the handling of day-to-day problems


● Resolves staff problems and provides support to coaches


● Schedules monthly meetings with all Head Coaches and weekly in-season meetings with individual Head Coaches


● Attends practices and games for purposes of evaluation and needs assessment.


● Attends professional conferences to keep abreast of promising instructional practices


● Enforces the federal, state and board policy on equal educational opportunity


● Develops, supervises and supports an effective, comprehensive and equal opportunities athletic program for all male and female students


● Advises on modification of programs to meet individual student health needs


● Investigates and immediately reports complaints


● Participates in the work of state and national associations.


● Issues repair orders. Provides specifications and drawings to the maintenance/ custodial department.


● Inspects buildings and grounds, machines and equipment. Determines safety and obsolescence of equipment.


● Enforces compliance with occupational health and safety codes and standards.


● Recommends watering and spraying schedules for school athletic fields.


● Orders and oversees repairs or replacement of defective parts.


● Assists in the development of specifications for construction projects.


● Assists in identifying and using community resources for the athletic program.


● Supports the professional development of staff members.


● Coordinates public or special events.


● Supervises part-time student help.


● Develops and places into operation appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities.


● Oversees the implementation of the insurance program covering school athletes. Created January 2021
Athletic Director/ Teacher/Coach Job Description


● Works to resolve conflicts; anticipates and resolves potential problems

.● Organizes, plans and coordinates departmental awards including recognition of alumni, former coaches, and staff.


● Interacts and aides in the development of feeder programs.


● Plans and supervises an annual recognition program for school athletes.


● Keeps records of the results of school athletic contests, and maintains a record file of all award winners, stating the date and type of award, including athletic scholarships.


● Interacts with students to encourage performance at their highest level.


● Maintains appropriate professional relationships with parents, parent groups (e.g. Athletic Boosters), school volunteers and outside agencies.


● Oversees any summer athletic programs


● Maintain confidentiality


● Regular, dependable attendance is an essential function of this position


● Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy


● Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district policies and applicable procedures and protocols as established by RCSD, and Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct
Qualifications:


▪ Education Level: Educator license


▪ Certifications: meet MHSAA criteria


▪ Other: CDL license preferred

 

 

Seeing this… it makes you think… who would put this kinda list together for a high school job listing? Why would you want to work with anyone who is obviously VERY anal? Someone who puts this out there is no one I’d want to work for. Is this kinda demeanor the exact reason why Sam is leaving?

Sounds like they just punched something into ChatGPT. Think it’s just a regular Hear Coach/AD job,,

[WarDaddy]

I agree with you all; the posts on this topic today are spot on. I believe there are 25 schools in 7A.  I can think of 4 off the top of my head where the AD/HFC positions are combined, and 2 are in Rankin County.  Old habits are hard to break, for some.  At the higher classifications, at least, the positions should be separate.  A 7A HFC cannot effectively fulfill the requirements of both positions, especially in the Fall, without a lot of assistance/dependence on an assistant AD (or two) and/or without taking a toll on his personal well-being.  It’s worthy of note that combining the positions of HFC/AD gives the principal of the school absolute and total control of the athletics program, to go along with his (already) inherent control of the educational program.  HFC walks, out walks the AD in the same pair of shoes.  Principal makes the hire; total control (pending Board approval, of course).  Combining the two positions also effectively eliminates females from the pool of AD candidates. Finally, combining the positions  of HFC/AD is not in the best interest of the school’s overall athletics program.  Separation of the HFC/AD  positions lends itself to overall athletics program stability, consistency and performance in our ever-changing, revolving-door modern world of head football coaches.  

[Insideradvantage]

That’s just ignant. 

[coastball]

15 hours ago, WarDaddy said:

I agree with you all; the posts on this topic today are spot on. I believe there are 25 schools in 7A.  I can think of 4 off the top of my head where the AD/HFC positions are combined, and 2 are in Rankin County.  Old habits are hard to break, for some.  At the higher classifications, at least, the positions should be separate.  A 7A HFC cannot effectively fulfill the requirements of both positions, especially in the Fall, without a lot of assistance/dependence on an assistant AD (or two) and/or without taking a toll on his personal well-being.  It’s worthy of note that combining the positions of HFC/AD gives the principal of the school absolute and total control of the athletics program, to go along with his (already) inherent control of the educational program.  HFC walks, out walks the AD in the same pair of shoes.  Principal makes the hire; total control (pending Board approval, of course).  Combining the two positions also effectively eliminates females from the pool of AD candidates. Finally, combining the positions  of HFC/AD is not in the best interest of the school’s overall athletics program.  Separation of the HFC/AD  positions lends itself to overall athletics program stability, consistency and performance in our ever-changing, revolving-door modern world of head football coaches.  

Agreed