Assistant Coach - Softball

University of the Pacific•Stockton, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach – Softball teaches and instructs student-athletes how to perform in their sport, including sport-related fundamentals, skills, team concepts, and safety practices. This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act, with federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported to them. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree.
One (1) year of experience coaching a sport or in a related role.

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge of NCAA and Conference Rules and Regulations as they pertain to student-athletes.
Strong knowledge of effective coaching practices, including the integration of technology into instructional methods.
Prior experience in recruiting at the collegiate level.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated management skills and knowledge of supervision and management practices.
Positive attitude.
Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Responsibilities

Maintains complete knowledge and compliance with rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics while working within the department’s rules, regulations, and policies.
Participates in the effective recruiting, instruction, and coaching of student-athletes, emphasizing fundamentals, conditioning, game preparation, and strategy.
Maintains an environment that emphasizes academics as a priority, making every effort to ensure that all student-athletes meet academic requirements while working to integrate sports into the academic life of the University.
Integrates innovative technology into the instruction of student-athletes to facilitate learning and safety.
Assists in the preparation of an annual written plan and goals for the program and the annual assessment of performance in relation to the plan and goals.
Maintains discipline in the program, and promotes fairness, understanding, and protectiveness of student-athletes while motivating them.
Maintains an environment of cooperation and continuous improvement, fostering positive communication that supports the athletic program, the University, and University staff.
Participates in marketing and promotional activities with media, alumni, and civic groups consistent with the objectives of the athletic program.
Assists with recruiting evaluations, official visits, and any travel-related activities of prospective student-athletes.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act.