Head Softball Coach

East Texas A&M University • Commerce, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Softball Coach is responsible for coaching, management and administration of all phases of the East Texas A&M University Softball program and team within the guidelines, rules and regulations of the University, Southland Conference (SLC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Five (5) years demonstrated successful experience in playing and/or coaching at the collegiate, university or professional level.
• Division I or II experience with fundraising initiatives.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sport.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student-athletes academically and athletically.
• Knowledge and experience with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Proven ability to recruit quality student-athletes.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to travel and work on nights and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree.
• Three to five years collegiate coaching experience including effective leadership, communication, coaching and recruiting skills is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scouts and recruits quality student-athletes.
• Coordinates recruiting activities with the Athletic Director or designated sport supervisor.
• Develops working relationships with faculty and university staff to assist in the recruiting process.
• Responsible for the search, selection and training of qualified assistant coaches with the approval of the Athletic Director in accordance with all University, personnel and action programs and procedures.
• Directs and manages assistant coaches.
• Conducts annual coaching staff evaluations and recommends merit increases to the Athletic Director.
• Trains and coaches the members of the Softball program.
• Organizes and schedules practice sessions and games with approval of the Athletic Director.
• Manages field care and maintenance.
• Uses working knowledge of skills to prepare game and practice plans to benefit the growth of the student-athletes.
• Assists and encourages student-athletes in pursuit of academic and athletic excellence.
• Oversees the academic progress of the student-athlete in conjunction with the academic advisor.
• Counsels all student-athletes as needed in academic, disciplinary and personal matters.
• Presents annual budget requirements to the Athletic Director and is accountable for expense control compliance and administration of the Softball program.
• Participates in East Texas A&M University public relations activities including print, television and radio interviews and news conferences as requested.
• Assists in fundraising efforts for the athletic program and generates additional funds for support of the program.
• Represents East Texas A&M University in professional, civic, charity and alumni events.
• Reports all known NCAA violations in accordance with institutional, conference and NCAA policies and guidelines.

Benefits

• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays , plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) , with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level