Head Women’s Softball Coach

Dakota State University is seeking candidates for a Head Women’s Softball Coach. This is a twelve-month, benefit eligible position. The purpose of this position is to direct all aspects of the softball program and enhance the direction of the Dakota State University Athletic Department.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and recruit qualified student-athletes.
• Supervise assistant coaches, including hiring, training, and evaluating assistant and student coaches.
• Prepare game and practice plans.
• Develop and grow the skills of players through effective coaching.
• Manage softball budgets.
• Coordinate annual summer camps, recruitment trips, and on-campus recruitment events.
• Communicate and collaborate with departments across campus to ensure student-athlete success.
• Monitor academic progress of the team and individual student-athletes.
• Mentor student athletes through academic and athletic challenges.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree is preferred.
• Three years of previous experience coaching and recruiting at the collegiate level is preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of NAIA rules is preferred.
• Experience with athletic fundraising is preferred.
• Ability to work evening and weekends and travel as required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Knowledge and skill to evaluate and assess student-athletes’ skills and abilities in softball.
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop student athletes.