Head Softball Coach

Bradley University•Peoria, IL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Athletics invites applications for the position of Softball Head Coach. This twelve-month, full-time position is responsible for leading, managing, organizing and administering all phases of the softball program in accordance with NCAA and Missouri Valley Conference rules and regulations. The head coach must have a philosophy that maintains a competitive Division I program emphasizing integrity and a championship mind set while valuing the educational and personal welfare of its student-athletes. Additional responsibilities also include coaching effectively in practice and competition, energetic and engaged recruiting, supervision of assistant coaches, scheduling and budget management, participating in promotional and fundraising activities, and developing community and alumni support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience required.
Demonstrate the ability to recruit, lead, motivate and develop student-athletes.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
A commitment to excellence and sensitivity to cultural differences.
Proficiency with computer applications, general office software.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Leading, managing, organizing and administering all phases of the softball program in accordance with NCAA and Missouri Valley Conference rules and regulations.
Coaching effectively in practice and competition.
Energetic and engaged recruiting.
Supervision of assistant coaches.
Scheduling and budget management.
Participating in promotional and fundraising activities.
Developing community and alumni support.