Head Softball Coach-SBALL - 999881

Position Overview:

This position is classified as a 10-month full-time at-will employment appointment with administrative (30%) and coaching (teaching) (70%) responsibilities. This position is eligible to accrue sick leave at a rate of 10 hours each month but will not accrue vacation leave. The coach will organize and direct all aspects of a successful intercollegiate softball program. Manage softball annual budget and ensure fiscal responsibility of the program. Provide daily instruction to staff and student-athletes. Provide strategic direction leadership and motivation. Oversee on-the-field coaching recruitment program development academic progress training travel and scheduling of student-athletes. This position reports to the Director of Athletics. Salary is commensurate with experience.

**Preference given to applications received by June 10 2025**

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

Responsible for identifying and recruiting athletically and academically qualified student-athletes; Scheduling and conducting regular practice sessions; Developing implementing and enforcing team rules; Overseeing the administrative process for team travel budget student-athlete eligibility and academic progress; Participating in fundraising and public relations activities as well as media requests and marketing efforts; Promoting the philosophy and objectives of the Intercollegiate Athletics program that student-athletes should be successful athletically and academically; Supervising daily activities of assistant and graduate/student assistant coaches and conducting performance evaluations on an annual basis in accordance with University employment guidelines; Giving routine assessment and feedback to student-athletes in regard to their performance; Collaborating with various program support areas (i.e. Strength and Conditioning Athletic Training Academic Support etc.) to achieve program goals and objectives; Working closely with University Student Financial Services and other appropriate personnel to manage softball scholarship budget; Administering the softball budget and equipment purchases in accordance with institutional purchasing policies and in coordination with the AD and staff; Collaborating with Assistant AD Academics to implement academic initiatives that monitor and ensure academic progress of student-athletes in accordance with NCAA Conference and University rules; Leading community service efforts of program and actively engages student-athletes and staff in appropriate service activities. The coach will keep abreast of changing rules techniques technologies and philosophies relevant to the sport. Work closely with Athletics Compliance staff to ensure adherence to all applicable NCAA Conference and University regulations. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of and adheres to applicable NCAA Conference University and departmental rules and regulations. Upon notification of any NCAA violation report the violation to the Athletics Compliance Office. Also has a responsibility to follow applicable procedures and cooperate fully with any and all investigations of potential violations of NCAA Conference University or departmental rules or regulations. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

Requires a bachelors degree in related field plus minimum 3 years of relevant experience.

Must have a valid drivers license clean driving record and be able to operate a typical motor vehicle.

Qualifications Preferred:

Masters degree and experience as head coach preferably at the collegiate level. Understanding of NCAA Division II and experience in budget and scholarship oversight. Proven track record of successful recruiting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Skill and Behavior: Team executing; Coaching; Developing others; Building and maintaining relationships; Conflict resolution; Delegation; Problem solving; Diversity understanding; Change management. Excellent written oral and interpersonal communication skills. Excellent organization and time-management skills including the ability to multi-task. High degree of energy creativity initiative and flexibility.

Will this employee supervise others

Yes this employee will supervise other employees.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.