Assistant Coach, Softball

Responsible for assisting in all aspects of running a Division I Softball program including, but not limited to game preparation, teaching and coaching, practices and player conditioning, recruitment and retention of student-athletes, program administration, academic integrity, and donor and alumni public relations and youth programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with creation and implementation of effective match, practice, and conditioning plans for the student-athletes.
• Works with Head Coach to develop effective drills and strategies for player improvement and assist and/or monitor strength and conditioning programs as needed.
• Provides hitting development and instruction on an individual and team basis, utilizes hitting technology to develop individual hitters and throws live arm batting practice.
• Assists with recruitment of the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory standards and policies established by the KSU, Conference and NCAA.
• Maintains a comprehensive recruiting database system, assists with the identification of potential student-athletes, and arranges and prepares on-campus visits.
• Assists with administrative responsibilities of the Softball program in an efficient and responsible manner.
• Ensures fiscal responsibility by adhering to the program's budget within KSU and KSUAA guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Two (2) years relevant experience coaching in a post-secondary level program, professional athlete, professional tour participant or professional coach in a related sports program.