Head Coach of SoftballWPE Instructor

JOB TITLE

Head Coach of Softball/WPE Instructor

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Physical Education Recreation & Athletics - PERA

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Responsible for providing leadership and direction for all aspects of the Softball program as they compete competitively in NCAA Division III athletics while providing an educational environment which enhances the development of the whole student-athlete. Additional responsibilities include teaching courses in physical education as well as departmental administrative responsibilities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide leadership and direction to the Softball program; create a culture of compliance with NCAA rules and regulations as well as New England Womens and Mens Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) and WPI university policies and procedures.
• Develop team and individual strategies to create an environment of success through effective teaching of technical and fundamental softball skills.
• Responsible for direct supervision of assistant coach(es) and any other personnel management duties as required to maintain a successful staff.
• Recruit prospective student-athletes committed to academic and athletic excellence; establish ways to ensure success for all team members academically athletically and socially.
• Maintain a strong connection with the WPI softball alumni group through communication and relationship development.
• Responsible for successfully managing the programs operating and fundraising budgets.
• Teach physical education courses and perform other administrative duties as assigned.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required.
• 3 to 5 years of collegiate coaching experience.

Salary Grade (7): $60000 to $70000 (depending on experience)

Salary is based on related experience expertise and internal equity; generally new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran statusor disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity collaboration inclusion problem solving innovation high performance and change is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.