Head Coach Softball

Bridgewater College Athletics is seeking an accomplished and energetic Head Softball Coach to lead our NCAA Division III softball program. Reporting to the Director of Athletics the Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program including recruiting player development competitive success academic achievement and program administration.

The successful candidate will be a strong leader mentor and recruiter who is committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the field while building a championship-caliber program that reflects the values of Bridgewater College.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Lead and manage all aspects of the softball program
• Recruit and retain student-athletes who demonstrate strong academic athletic and personal potential
• Partner with the Admissions Office to support enrollment goals and recruiting initiatives
• Plan organize and conduct practices competitions and team travel
• Develop student-athletes through instruction mentoring and performance evaluation
• Foster a culture of accountability sportsmanship academic success and competitive excellence
• Manage program budgets and resources responsibly
• Coordinate fundraising and alumni engagement efforts in collaboration with the Athletics Department
• Work with Athletic Media Relations and Marketing & Communications to promote the program and its student-athletes
• Represent Bridgewater College positively within the campus community conference and broader softball community
• Ensure compliance with all NCAA Old Dominion Athletic Conference and College policies and regulations
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and other duties as assigned

WHAT YOULL BRING

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred
• Collegiate coaching and/or competitive collegiate playing experience
• Demonstrated success in softball recruiting and student-athlete development
• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with student-athletes families alumni and campus partners
• Commitment to supporting academic achievement and personal growth
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Valid drivers license and ability to meet College driving requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous head softball coaching experience
• Experience leading a collegiate softball program preferably at the NCAA Division III level
• Proven record of successful recruiting retention and program growth
• Experience managing budgets fundraising initiatives and alumni engagement activities

Pay is competitive and salary is commensurate with experience. This full-time position offers a full benefits package including paid tuition at the College for eligible dependents.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as a coeducational liberal arts college to serve the local community. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley just minutes outside of Harrisonburg and within driving distance of Charlottesville Washington D.C. and Richmond Bridgewater is home to a total student body of approximately 1450 from 27 states and 19 countries. Bridgewater students study more than 60 majors and minors in addition to four graduate programs and 10 pre-professional programs. Bridgewater College is an NCAA DIII school with approximately 40 percent of its students participating in intercollegiate athletics on 26 teams. To learn more about Bridgewater College visit:

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DEADLINE:Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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