Head Softball Coach/Intramural Coordinator

The Head Softball Coach/Intramural Coordinator is responsible for providing training direction encouragement motivation and advice to prepare athletes for games and competitive events adhering to the general employee guidelines as specified by the Personnel handbook the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) and the National Junior College Athletic Association. Coordinate direct organize supervise and evaluate all aspects of the intramural sport programs for students faculty and staff of the college for the fall spring and summer semester.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule E1 Grade 1: $56139 - $73632

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• Online application
• Current rsum
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

1. Coordinate the softball program which includes developing and maintaining a competitive softball program scheduling games travel arrangements summer camps budgeting preparation of softball facility for competition recruiting monitor player academic responsibilities and any other duties assigned relating to the softball program.
2. Supervise and discipline players both on and off the field.
3. Hire and supervise assistant coaches during practice and the games.
4. Recruit the best possible student athletes to Calhoun preferably in North Alabama.
5. Report all relevant activities and actions to the athletic director Vice President of Student Services and the President.
6. Follow the proper chain of command with any relevant issues in the college.
7. Promote positive and productive relationships with all faculty and staff at the College service area businesses industries and agencies.
8. Supervise and maintain the Calhoun softball facility and any other facility that is used by the softball team.
9. Organize all practice and game plans for the players assistant coaches and managers to follow.
10. Consistently monitor softball equipment to ensure that it is properly used.
11. Demand proper conduct of the student athletes towards all members of the college and in the community.
12. Assist the assigned athletic trainer.
13. Coordinate the indoor practice schedule and facility use with the baseball coach and proper supervisors.
14. Coordinate game concessions and participate in fundraising activities for the athletic department.
15. Conduct fundraising activities for the softball program.
16. Cooperate with the Office of Public Relations and local media in promoting Calhoun College.
17. Manage Athletic Social Media pages and website including creating content and providing updates in a timely and uniform manner.
18. Serve as liaison between Student Activities and the Athletic Department promoting and fostering engagement in all campus events.
19. Abide by eligibility requirements established by Calhoun Community College ACCC and the NJCAA.
20. Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
21. Coordinate and enforce player study hall with the S.T.A.R.S Institute.
22. Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog Personnel Handbook and State Board Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.
23. Provide advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the program.
24. Serve on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution when appointed or when elected.
25. Coordinate and assist with Intramural Officials and Umpires in the sports.
26. Work with the Student Activities Coordinator to engage students in participating the intramural program and coordinate activity scheduling.
27. Supervise and maintain all facilities that are used for intramural activities.
28. Coordinate practice schedules and facility use for intramural activities with the athletic department and proper supervisors.
29. Operate within the assigned budget for intramural activities.
30. Provide a safe environment and medical assistance for injuries for all participants.
31. Create and track participation reports for all intramural sport activities.
32. Coordinate risk management plans and implementation.
33. Create and maintain participant manuals for intramural and club sports.
34. Oversee game operations for home club sport operations.
35. Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
36. Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

1. A minimum of a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution isrequired.
2. A minimum of (3) years experience coaching softball at the high school or collegiate level isrequired.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

1. Experience as a Head coach.
2. Experience/education in coordinating and/or marketing various sports activities.
3. Demonstrated expertise in subject specialty.
4. Skills in making effective public oral presentations to small groups and/or large audiences;
5. Ability to coordinate and coach a successful collegiate softball team;
6. Ability to lead motivate and supervise student athletes;
7. Knowledge of appropriate safety rules and regulations;
8. Knowledge of current coaching methods collegiate eligibility standards first aid and sports medicine practices;
9. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with students families and college personnel;
10. Ability to take direction and work independently without direct supervision;
11. Ability to drive a personal vehicle state-owned vehicle or rented vehicle in the performance of assigned duties;
12. Possess a valid drivers license and be insurable;
13. Must represent the college in a professional manner at all times;
14. Knowledge of FERPA;
15. Ability to maintain confidentiality of office information;
16. Conscientious- care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job;
17. Initiative- respond to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work;
18. A focus on detail;
19. A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs;
20. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning;
21. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs;
22. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
23. Confidence in decision-making and communication skills;
24. Willingness to enthusiastically learn all/most aspects of the operation.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline.Applicant who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

Background Check Requirement
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including without limitations race color national origin religion marital status disability sex age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law shall be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program activity or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participated in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane Decatur GA 30033-4097 by calling or by using information available on SACSCOCs website (). Specific questions regarding Calhouns educational programs admissions and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATION MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
Box 2216
Decatur AL 35609


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