27-47 Head Softball Coach – Athletics Department

West Chester University•West Chester University, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

West Chester University is seeking a Head Softball Coach for its NCAA Division II program in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). This is a full-time, salaried, 12-month position with benefits. The coach is responsible for administering and operating all aspects of the varsity softball program, preparing student-athletes for success in the classroom, in competition, and in the community. The position supervises assistant coaches and other program staff; recruits prospective student-athletes; plans practices, conditioning, and competition; and manages program administration, budget, travel, equipment, facilities, fundraising, camps, and community relations. The coach collaborates with athletics and academic support staff to promote student success, health, safety, and well-being. Regular afternoon, evening, and weekend availability is required, including travel with the team to competitions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Five years of previous high school and/or two years of college coaching experience in softball.
Knowledge of and conformity to NCAA rules.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and to present dynamically to a variety of constituents.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel with the team, including driving a 15-passenger team van.
Ability to work evenings and weekends and maintain a flexible schedule during the academic year.

Nice To Haves

Head coaching or full-time assistant coaching experience at the NCAA level.
Working knowledge of PSAC and institutional rules, student-related governance, and compliance practices.
Familiarity with the PSAC and Mid-Atlantic recruiting landscape.
Record of team academic achievement, such as team GPA or Academic Success Rate.
Experience with fundraising, alumni engagement, and running camps and clinics.
Proficiency with video analysis, performance analytics, and recruiting and roster management software.

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct practices, conditioning, and competition for the varsity softball program.
Develop and implement offensive, defensive, and pitching strategies for PSAC and NCAA Division II competition.
Prepare the competitive schedule, including fall and non-traditional segments, within NCAA and PSAC limits.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and volunteer staff.
Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who fit WCU academically, athletically, and socially.
Manage recruiting within the program’s scholarship allocation and department financial aid guidelines.
Build and maintain relationships with high school, travel ball, and junior college coaches.
Monitor academic progress and support timely student-athlete graduation in partnership with academic support staff.
Promote student-athlete health, safety, and well-being in coordination with sports medicine and strength and conditioning staff.
Foster a team culture rooted in accountability, respect, and inclusion.
Encourage student-athlete participation in community service, leadership programming, and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).
Know and follow NCAA, PSAC, and University rules and policies, and ensure staff and student-athletes do the same.
Complete required compliance education, recruiting documentation, and certifications on time.
Manage the program’s operating budget, travel, and equipment within university procedures.
Coordinate facility scheduling, field maintenance needs, and game-day operations with athletics staff.
Partner with athletics development on fundraising, including the Golden Ram Athletic Fund and program-specific giving.
Engage alumni, parents, and the community through events, camps, and clinics.
Represent the program professionally with media, campus partners, and the public.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.