Rhodes College
- 2988 active jobs (view)
- rhodes.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com
Description
The Softball Head Coach reports directly to the Director of Athletics and provides creative vision and leadership for a comprehensive NCAA DIII Softball program.
Job Duties:
- Plans and manages the varsity softball program, including roster management, competitions, operations, overseeing the team strength and conditioning programs, developing and implementing practice and game plans, and instructing players on proper technique and athletic development.
- Directly manages the varsity softball scheduling, developing a competitive non-conference schedule to complement SAA games.
- In collaboration with the Director of Athletics and Admissions, manage all recruiting of potential student-athletes for the program, including building a recruiting database and communicating with prospective student-athletes and their families.
- In collaboration with the Director of Athletics, develop and oversee the softball program budget.
- Communicates effectively and often with student-athletes and parents.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of softball coaching experience at the high school or college level.
- Demonstrated leadership skills are required. Must be student-centered and accessible, working cooperatively and efficiently with students and their families, faculty, staff, and alumni.
- Must exhibit professionalism and diplomacy in working effectively with diverse constituents.
- Demonstrated ability to organize numerous projects requiring attention to detail and consistently meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and communication skills are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.