Assistant Women's Softball Coach

About the position

The Assistant Women's Softball Coach will assist the head coach in all facets of a competitive NCAA athletic program including but not limited to the recruitment of qualified student-athletes, game-day preparation, practice implementation, social media, support for the head coach and program, team management, community service projects, and fundraising. This position will also include other assignment(s) by the Executive Director of Athletics. Position responsibilities must be completed in accordance with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, College, Empire 8, NCAA, and other related association rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Instruct student-athletes on the rules, fundamentals, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport by designing instructions for individual student-athletes and team needs.
• Collaborate with the head coach on coaching activities, including determining game strategy, coaching of student-athletes during games and practices, practice preparation, video work, and development of student athletes.
• Assess player's skills, monitor players during competition and practice, and keep the head coach informed of the athletic performance of students.
• Assist the head coach in recruiting and retaining qualified students in accordance with the Hartwick Softball Program, Athletic Department, and college standards.
• Organize recruiting outreach and travel to recruiting events in collaboration with the head coach.
• Assist the head coach and department in the administrative functions of the program including but not limited to, travel planning, compliance obligations, equipment acquisitions, and general office work.
• Demonstrate commitment to excellence, innovation and diversity in undergraduate teaching by building healthy relationships with the students, responding to their concerns, advising students both personally and academically, and contributing to their personal growth and academic success.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Executive Director of Athletics including game management or committee service, and teaching PHED skill courses, and PE coaching courses.
• Create and maintain positive relationships with all internal and external constituents.
• Be a positive member of the department by supporting other programs and find ways to be involved in the Hartwick College campus community.
• Participation in major campus events including Welcome Weekend, TrueBlue Weekend, and Commencement Weekend.
• Participation in major athletic department fundraising events.
• Comply with all College, Federal, State, local, NCAA, Empire 8 Conference, College department and associational laws, rules and regulations.
• As a representative of the College, expected to comport oneself in a professional manner at all times, both on and off campus. No inappropriate relationships with students.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience coaching and/or playing at the college or equivalent level.
• Valid driver's license and be insurable through the College.
• General computer skills required, including in Microsoft Office (Word, Office, Excel, etc.).
• Recruiting capabilities.
• Leadership, role modeling, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
• Thorough understanding and working knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Health benefits to domestic partners of employees.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Opportunities to engage in athletic and cultural events (concerts, exhibits, and lectures).
• Tuition benefits for eligible employees and their dependents.