South Alabama coach Joey Jones submitted his resignation on Monday, the school announced.
Jones will continue to coach the football team until the end of his contract. The Jaguars visit New Mexico State on Dec. 2.
"There comes a time in every program where there is a need for change. For this program that I love so much, that time is now," Jones said in a statement. "One of the proudest days of my professional life was being the named the first head coach at South Alabama. Today is difficult, but it is the right step for me, my family and for this football program.