Head Coach- Women's Softball

Mitchell College•New London, CT

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Mitchell College seeks to hire a Head Softball Coach who will be responsible for all aspects of the Softball program. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics, keeping him/her well-informed of all planning, organizing, and development of Mitchell College’s Softball program. In addition to coaching, the incumbent will be responsible for recruiting and administrative duties, in accordance with Mitchell College, Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) and NCAA Division III regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field required
Minimum of 2–3 years of coaching experience, preferably at the college level
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
Current and valid driver’s license
Current First Aid, CPR & AED certification
Standard computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
Front Rush – is a required tool for all Head Coaches – they must maintain an active recruiting database, current roster and alumni database.

Nice To Haves

MS degree preferred
Collegiate playing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees the identification, evaluation and recruitment of potential softball student-athletes.
Directs all aspects of the coaching of the program.
Coordinates the physical development of each student-athlete through appropriate strength and conditioning, and practice sessions.
Administrative duties related to active coaching
Advises and counsels student-athletes academically, athletically and socially.
Monitors the academic progress of each softball student-athlete.
Directs all aspects of the management of the program
Fiscally responsible for all areas of the softball budget, including budget proposal, accounting and expenditure.
Coordinates all travel arrangements for team trips.
Recommends and oversees the purchase of new softball equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
Oversee summer camps and team fundraising.
With the Director of Athletics oversees the development of the competition schedule.
Represents the College at meetings.
Maintains a visible presence at department functions, College open houses and College events.
Is a visible, fully integrated member of the College community.
Performs all other duties as assigned, including ancillary responsibilities like game management and SAAC Advisor