Assistant Coach/Softball

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

131d • $41,900 - $45,700

About The Position

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach/Instructor will be responsible for designing skill development programs for student-athletes and overseeing all aspects of the NCAA Division I Softball program. In the absence of the Head Coach the Assistant Coach/Instructor will have the responsibility to act and function as the head coach.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of coaching or playing at a collegiate or professional level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NCAA and member conference rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated self-direction and motivation with the ability to work independently and work under pressure.
• Strong administrative skills including the ability to prioritize, organize and budget.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification must be maintained.
• Valid driver’s license and successful clearance of motor vehicle record check.
• Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Saint Joseph’s University.
• Successful background check clearances to include a PA Criminal Records Check, FBI Fingerprinting Check and PA Child Abuse Clearance Check.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• 5 years of coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level.

Responsibilities

• Teach, coach, mentor and inspire student athletes up through graduation.
• Plan and implement development program for offensive and defensive approach.
• Assist the Head Coach to identify and recruit student athletes who are capable of competing successfully on the NCAA Division I level and who are capable of succeeding academically and graduating.
• Attend all competitions and practices unless directed to other tasks by the head coach and teach student-athletes proper skills and skill development in their sport.
• Provide instruction in physical health, nutrition and safety.
• Provide instruction in team concepts and sports etiquette.
• Assume the duties of the Head Coach in his or her absence.
• Oversee student managers as assigned.
• Develop and oversee off-season conditioning programs for the team.
• Determine individual and team strengths and develop strategies to maximize performance.
• Scout opponents and develop scouting reports.
• Provide advice and counsel to the Head Coach in holding student-athletes accountable for infractions of rules, regulations and policies.
• Work with the Head Coach and administrators to stay within fiscal and budgetary constraints.

Benefits

• Estimated pay range is $41,900.00 - $45,700.00.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees