Softball Coach

Kentucky State University•Frankfort, KY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The responsibilities of the Softball Coach are to conduct all aspects of women’s softball within the philosophy and guidelines set forth by Kentucky State University, the NCAA, and the SIAC. The expectations of the women’s assistant softball coach include commitment to the mission of Kentucky State University, meeting the established recruiting goals of the athletic department, conducting softball practices and meetings, assisting with budget oversight, travel planning, fundraising, and completion of any duties assigned by the Head Women’s Softball Coach.

Requirements

Working knowledge of NCAA academic eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of counseling theory.
Commitment to academic integrity and compliance with Kentucky State University, SIAC conference, and NCAA regulations.
Effective organizational skills.
Strong listening and communication skills, both oral and written.
The ability to work and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and student-athletes from diverse educational and social backgrounds.
Working knowledge of the NCAA and SIAC Conference rules and regulations.
Knowledge or experience in recruiting student-athletes.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Previous college coaching experience.
NCAA Recruiting Certification within the first 90 days of employment
Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time
exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids
hear and understand speech at normal levels, outdoors and on the telephone
speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly
physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and to bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead.

Nice To Haves

One -Two years’ experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet the assigned recruiting goals for each year.
Conduct the development of the pitching staff.
Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes in the women’s softball program.
Help ensure eligibility of student-athletes in the women’s softball program.
Assist with the retention of a satisfactory number of recruited student-athletes.
Monitor the social behavior of student-athletes in the women’s softball program.
Ability to exercise good judgment in problem-resolution situations.
Assist with softball operations including equipment management, laundry, and video.
Develop softball players who are competitive at the NCAA Division II level.
Participate in community and campus life opportunities.
Responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.