Assistant Coach, Softball
About The Position
The Softball Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach with the organization, development, and implementation of a competitive, NCAA Division I women’s softball program that competes in the Big Ten Conference. Responsibilities include recruiting, scouting, coaching, travel coordination, program administration, fundraising, and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach. The Assistant Coach will develop and maintain effective interaction with students, colleagues, university staff, alumni, and the general public, and have knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations, as well as dedication to the full academic development of student-athletes, which are essential.
Requirements
- Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and university rules and regulations
- Dedication to the full academic development of student-athletes
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organization skills
- Strong administrative skills
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Prolonged sitting and standing
- Ability to operate standard office equipment with manual dexterity
- Occasional walking to attend meetings or conduct orientations
- Lifting light office materials and equipment (up to 20 pounds)
- Visual acuity and effective verbal and auditory communication are essential for interacting with employees in person, by phone, or virtually
- Completion of employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.
Nice To Haves
- Recent experience as an elite NCAA collegiate student-athlete or professional softball player
- Proven record of athletic achievement
- Deep technical knowledge of the game
- Strong desire to transition into collegiate coaching
- Prior college coaching experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Recruiting
- Scouting
- Coaching
- Travel coordination
- Program administration
- Fundraising
- Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach
- Develop and maintain effective interaction with students, colleagues, university staff, alumni, and the general public
- Ensure compliance with all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations
- Dedication to the full academic development of student-athletes
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
