William Paterson University
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Description
Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Head Softball Coach is a 12-month full-time position responsible for all phases of leading a competitive Division III softball program.
Responsibilities:
- Develops, organizes and administers a competitive Division III intercollegiate softball program.
- Cultivates student-athletes’ skill and strategy related to sport.
- Executes practice organization and implementation and develops game strategy.
- Coordinates game schedule and travel arrangements.
- Recruits student-athletes within guidelines of William Paterson University and the NCAA.
- Works collaboratively with Office of Admissions.
- Monitors academic progress of student-athletes and develops and implements strategy for retention.
- Assists with development of team budget and abide by same.
- Orders practice and game equipment.
- Develops working relationship with athletic administration and support staff in the overall management of the softball program.
- Recommends the hiring of assistant coaches and supervises same.
- Attends meetings, open house, and workshops as required.
- Adheres to all university, NCAA and NJAC policies and procedures and educate student-athletes about the same.
- Conducts fundraising activities (spring training trip, etc).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
- Three (3) or more years of coaching experience at the collegiate, high school, or club level.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and coach student-athletes.
- Proven track record applying and instructing sport specific skills, techniques, and strategies.
- Successful completion of the NCAA Division III rules test.
- Certification in CPR/AED.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and virtual communication (email, Teams, Zoom).