Assistant Softball Coach

Eureka College • Eureka, IL

147d • $3,000 - $5,000

About The Position

The Softball Coach provides assistance to the Head Softball Coach regarding recruitment, coaching, and retention of softball players. Demonstrating a willingness and capability to abide by Athletic Department, Eureka College, St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III rules as applicable in softball, the Assistant Softball Coach provides daily assistance to the Head Coach as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four year college or university; or High School diploma/GED with related professional playing experience.
• Experience as XC & Distance student-athlete at the college level.
• XC & Distance knowledge and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver's license.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the teaching the sport of softball to the student-athletes at Eureka College.
• Assist with the evaluation, recruitment, and retention of softball athletes at Eureka College.
• Assist with meeting recruitment and retention goals set by the college.
• Assist the Head Coach with recruitment reports.
• Assist with the daily planning, organization, and supervision of practices and competitions.
• Assist with the management of the program's social media accounts.
• Contribute to the overall program of a residential college.
• Assist with the supervision, care for, and inventory equipment and facility.
• Oversee and maintain accurate statistics as needed for team sport working in conjunction with the Sports Information Director.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the athletic department team and the College as a whole in order to contribute to the overall success of all sport programs.
• Positively lead and contribute as a member of the Athletic Department both internally, around the college, and to external groups.
• Assist with the oversight of academic progress of student-athletes on the team.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree