Head Softball Coach

McPherson College is seeking a Head Softball Coach with the proven ability to manage a successful program and join a dynamic athletic culture where coaches and student athletes strive for excellence both academically and athletically.  This position reports to the college’s Athletic Director.

This is a full-time, exempt, 12-month position with full college benefits including a substantial retirement benefit after one year of employment as well as a full tuition remission after two years of employment.  McPherson College has been nationally recognized as a great college to work for 10 consecutive years.

This individual will be responsible for daily management, instruction and administration of all phases of the Softball program in accordance with all NAIA and College regulations. Specific areas of responsibility include instructing on practice, game preparation and strategy; assistant coach and support staff supervision; recruitment of prospective student-athletes; retention of student-athletes, monitoring the academic progress of the Softball student athletes; preparation and oversight of budget; community outreach; and program specific and departmental fundraising.

The successful candidate must possess and will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, strong work ethic and self-motivation, the ability and willingness to be a positive role model, department member and representative of the college.

Bachelor’s Degree required, Masters’ preferred; three years of collegiate coaching experience required.

McPherson College, in McPherson, KS, is a four-year church-related, career-oriented liberal arts institution with membership in the NAIA and the KCAC.   Athletics supports the college’s mission to develop whole persons through scholarship, participation and service.

Please complete the online application below with a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three professional references.

No phone calls.

This position is open until filled.