Assistant Coach, Softball (2 Positions Available)

The Beach•Long Beach, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, 12-month position as an Assistant Coach for the Softball program at Long Beach State Athletics. The appointment is for one year and is renewable. The role involves assisting with the development and supervision of student-athletes, recruiting, practice planning, game planning, and supporting the overall program and department.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Prior athletic participation in Softball
Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including Black/African American, Latine/x, Native American/Indigenous, low-income, first-generation, and minoritized students.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and adherence to NCAA rules and regulations
Experience in Softball as a player or coach at the college level
Demonstrated ability to assist with coaching and recruiting quality student-athletes
Computer experience
Public relations skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and excellent organizational skills

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and supervision of the student-athletes in the Softball program.
Assist the program in accordance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, Big West Conference, and University rules, regulations and policies.
Recruit student-athletes in accordance with NCAA regulations and academic standards, as well as University requirements.
Assist with scheduling nationally competitive teams in conjunction with the Head Coach.
Assist in the planning and coordinating of in-season practices, including team and individual workouts.
Assist in the planning and coordinating of out-of-season practices, including individual skill instruction and team workouts, focusing on the development of athletic skills to compete at the Division I level.
Assist in monitoring the academics of each of the Softball student-athletes.
Effectively communicate with Athletics Academic Advisor to ensure any academic concerns are being addressed.
Assist with the planning and implementing of game plans, including development of scouting reports of opponents.
Assist with budgetary responsibilities including recruitment, team travel, and equipment.
Coordinate strength and conditioning program with assigned Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Complete all necessary compliance forms as required and/or requested by the Athletics Compliance Office in a timely manner.
Support all marketing activities of the Department of Athletics for the Softball program.
Participate in fund raising activities for the Softball program and/or Department of Athletics.
Cultivate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, media, and friends of the university.
Perform computer related tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned by Head Coach and Sport Supervisor.