Softball Coach

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

•        Organize, prepare, and conduct individual and team sessions to train and prepare for competition and instruct student-athletes in techniques of the sport.

•        Provide direction, motivation and advice to prepare student-athletes for competitive events; adjust coaching techniques based on student-athlete needs.

•        Apply best practices in athletic conditioning and team training safety.

•        Promote and facilitate student-athlete academic success through a commitment to class attendance, academic achievement, and graduation.

•        Establish team and individual student-athlete goals.

•        Ensure player injuries/illnesses are attended to; follow-up with student-athlete and/or athletic trainer as needed.

•        Establish and enforce rules and regulations concerning student-athlete conduct, appearance, punctuality and other areas deemed appropriate.

•        Determine competitive event schedule, coordinating with teams as needed.

•        Perform field maintenance, as necessary.

•        Execute expenditures in accordance with department/university procedures; oversee the purchase of uniforms and equipment.

•        Arrange transportation to competitive event sites in accordance with university procedures.

•        Coordinate recruitment of student-athletes with Undergraduate Admissions in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations through scouting, attending tournaments, and home visits.

•        Remain accessible to media and make appearances to promote and/or market program; participate in fundraising activities.

•        Maintain continual and thorough familiarity with applicable NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations, ensuring that program, staff and student athletes operate within these sets of rules.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•        Bachelor’s degree.

•        Experience as a player and/or coach in the sport.

•        Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·       Five to seven years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

•        May require travel for sporting events and prolonged or irregular work hours, including evenings and/or weekend, during the competitive season.

•        Must maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.

•        Must participate in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference groups for the sport.