Job Overview
Head Softball coach is responsible for all aspects of directing the women's softball including recruiting, coaching, teaching, scheduling and administering and any all other activities related to running and growing the program as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Essential Functions:
- Teach, coach, train and motivate student-athletes to perform at the highest level through organized team and individual sessions.
- Provide coaching in both a team and individual setting to improve sport-specific skills.
- Create practice plans, assist in game preparation, advise on game strategy, and provide direct coaching and assistance during games.
- Foster an environment within the Softball program that supports the department's mission of personal growth and integrity, diversity, leadership, sportsmanship, and a commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
- Commit to creating an inclusive team characterized by an understanding and appreciation of diversity.
- Ensure the program complies with all institutional, CAA, and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Select and recruit student-athletes who meet the needs and growth of the program, department, and institution.
- Research, evaluate, contact and recruit players of high character and athletic ability.
- Market the program to prospective recruits, community members, and club members.
- Work effectively with administrators, staff, and coaches within the department of athletics to operate effectively within the organization's structure.
- Communicate with all program constituents including staff, faculty, students, parents, alumni and friends.
- Maintain excellent budget management and show fiscal responsibility.
- Minimum of 3 years of intercollegiate coaching and/or playing softball experience.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Ability to travel domestically.
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