Assistant Softball Coach
About The Position
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) Athletics department is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible Assistant Softball Coach. This role works under the direction of the Head Coach to support the CSB Softball Team. The position assists in creating a season plan, executing practices, recruiting prospective student-athletes, and managing the overall softball program. The primary responsibility is creating a positive student-athlete experience and assisting the head coach with the day-to-day operations of a collegiate softball program. CSB and SJU are committed to an inclusive environment and believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Prior experience coaching competitive softball
- Strong understanding of softball technique and training methods
- Experience with pitching and pitching instruction preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, motivate, and support college-aged student-athletes
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
- Knowledge of NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and policies
- Valid driver’s license required; candidate must pass a driver’s license check and complete a defensive driving course upon hire.
- Ability to complete all required safety training at the time of hire.
- The role requires mobility across campus facilities and competition venues.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including leading players through training sessions, demonstrating techniques and skills
- Must be capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, and transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Regular regional and occasional national travel based on team performance/competition sites.
- Travel for recruiting purposes, typically weekly during high school season, most often regionally
Nice To Haves
- Experience with pitching and pitching instruction
Responsibilities
- Assist with coaching and student-athlete development for the softball program
- Collaborate with the head coach to plan practices, teach technique, advance individual skills, and support strength and conditioning efforts.
- Identify and assess prospective student-athletes and build relationships through the recruiting process established by the head coach.
- Provide academic support and personal mentoring through individual and team meetings.
- Support the head coach in developing a competitive schedule and coordinating logistics for team and recruiting travel.
- Attend games and assist with all responsibilities related to game-day operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 18 Paid Holidays Annually
- Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
- Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
- Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
