Women's Head Softball Coach

Highland Community College•Freeport, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Highland Community College is accepting applications for a Women’s Head Softball Coach. This part-time seasonal position is responsible for the leadership, organization, and administration of the women’s softball program and reports to the Director, Athletics and Physical Education. The Women’s Head Softball Coach plays a key role in supporting student-athlete success, sportsmanship, and community engagement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Demonstrated softball coaching ability required.
Ability to communicate effectively with college students.
Knowledge of softball rules, coaching techniques, and diamond maintenance.
Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, administrators, and the community.
Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Ability to push or lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to travel to off-campus sites.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel.
Valid Driver’s License required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Select, organize, and prepare a women’s softball team composed of Highland Community College students to compete with institutions of similar size and athletic philosophy.
Actively recruit qualified student-athletes and promote participation in the softball program.
Visit high schools within the college district annually to promote community college opportunities for prospective student-athletes.
Assist student-athletes in transferring to four-year institutions to continue their academic and athletic careers.
Work closely with the Director, Athletics and Physical Education in all aspects of the program, including scheduling, equipment, eligibility, supervision, contest management, tournament management, and public relations.
Assist with scheduling conference and non-conference games, sectional and regional tournaments, and coordinate with the Athletic Director on the selection of officials for home games.
Direct a summer softball camp for junior and senior high school students.
Coordinate and manage a junior high softball tournament in the fall.
Encourage and support student-athletes in making up academic work missed due to scheduled athletic events.
Ensure proper care, use, and maintenance of softball equipment and the softball diamond.
Assist in preparing and managing the budget for the women’s softball program.
Assist in selecting a team captain and work closely with the captain to promote sportsmanship and positive conduct.
Designate players eligible for awards, letters, and trophies.
Accompany and supervise the team during practices, games, and travel to ensure appropriate conduct and positive representation of the College.
Maintain accurate records of games and communicate results to the media, conference officials, and College administration.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director, Athletics and Physical Education.