Head Coach, Softball
Head Coach, Softball
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Job Description
Job Summary
Head Softball coach is responsible for all aspects of directing the womens softball including recruiting coaching teaching scheduling and administering and any all other activities related to running and growing the program as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Essential Functions
- Teach coach train and motivate studentathletes to perform at the highest level through organized team and individual sessions.
- Provide coaching in both a team and individual setting to improve sportspecific skills.
- Create practice plans assist in game preparation advise on game strategy and provide direct coaching and assistance during games.
- Foster an environment within the Softball program that supports the departments mission of personal growth and integrity diversity leadership sportsmanship and a commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
- Commit to creating an inclusive team characterized by an understanding and appreciation of diversity.
- Ensure the program complies with all institutional CAA and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Select and recruit studentathletes who meet the needs and growth of the program department and institution.
- Research evaluate contact and recruit players of high character and athletic ability.
- Market the program to prospective recruits community members and club members.
- Work effectively with administrators staff and coaches within the department of athletics to operate effectively within the organizations structure.
- Communicate with all program constituents including staff faculty students parents alumni and friends.
- Maintain excellent budget management and show fiscal responsibility.
- Work to foster the growth of the Drexel Softball community through fundraising and outreach.
- Promote a positive image of Drexel University at all times Support fundraising activities by the Dragon Club and the University.
- Supervise develop and mentor assistant coaches to support the programs.
- Practice good sportsmanship and the highest standards of professional conduct.
- Work directly with the Sports Performance staff (strength and conditioning/nutrition/sport psychology/sports medicine) to create a program based on and supported by holistic performance methodology.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of Bachelors Degree orthe equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.
- Minimum of 3 years of intercollegiate coaching and/or playing softball experience.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Valid Drivers License.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Ability to travel domestically.
Physical Demands
- Typically standing walking
- Typically bending crouching stooping
- Lifting demands 50lbs
Location
- University City Philadelphia PA
Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt. Compensation for this position can vary based on thesuccessful candidates qualifications and experience department budget and an internal equity review.
Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and CompensationGuidelines & Policies for more details on Drexels compensation information about benefits please review Drexels Benefits Brochure.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Employment Type
Full-Time
