Head Softball Coach

Bucks County Community College•Newtown, PA

1d•$8,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bucks County Community College invites applications for the position of Head Coach for the Softball Team. The head softball coach is a seasonal position (PT) and is responsible for the organization, administration and coaching of the Softball program, including supervising staff.

Requirements

Experience coaching intercollegiate (varsity), club sport, or varsity high school athletics.
Knowledge and experience coaching Women’s Softball.
Knowledge of NCAA and/or USCAA or NJCAA rules and compliance.
CPR certification, First Aid (Recommended).
Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
Must be willing to drive college or rental team van.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks and clearances. These include, but are not limited to, a Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check and verification of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
This position requires the operation of a motor vehicle as part of the job duties. Therefore, candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and successfully complete a motor vehicle records check in addition to standard background screening requirements.
Applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification, First Aid

Responsibilities

Execute a clearly defined philosophy of coaching and teaching Softball and preparing the team for competition.
Recruit sufficient, qualified student-athletes.
Supervise the assistant coach.
Meet fundraising goals set for the program.
Provide oversight, reports, and recommendations pertaining to facility usage, improvements, and deficiencies to the athletic department.
Establish a collaborative partnership for facility improvement with the athletic department and physical plant leadership.
Drive college or rental vehicle for away games.
Oversee the collection of team statistics for each game.
Monitor in collaboration with the athletic department, student-athletes’ eligibility/ academic progress and provide support as needed.
Support and assist with retention and completion initiatives in conjunction with the athletic department and student service support staff.
Display a commitment to equality in player development and training.
Provide student-athletes with a supportive and inclusive environment.
Provide off season activities for player development and engagement.
Comply with all College and USCAA, policies and procedures / rules and regulations and all other aspects of directing a quality intercollegiate Softball program.
Act as a mandatory reporter for student issues and concerns and potential Title IX and College Code of Conduct violations.
Lead and Coach as a professional, mentor, and excellent representative of the values of Bucks County Community College.
Other duties as assigned.