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Head Softball Coach

Hanover College

Job Location:

Hanover, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 14 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 11 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Head Softball Coach

Position Summary

Leads and develops a competitive NCAA Division III womens softball program that operates within the parameters set by Hanover College the conference and the NCAA. Ensures an excellent student-athlete experience focused on competitive excellence academic success wellness character development and inclusive excellence while engaging alumni families and the broader community.

Primary Responsibilities

1) Program Leadership Compliance and Operations

Plan organize and oversee all aspects of the program in compliance with Hanover College conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
Schedule season contests and practice times; coordinate scouting of opponents and game/practice preparation.
Initiate and manage in- and off-season conditioning programs consistent with NCAA DIII standards and institutional policies.
Attend conference coaches meetings and complete required campus trainings.
Manage team travel equipment purchasing and maintenance and facilities coordination to ensure a safe efficient environment.

2) Recruitment and Roster Management

Coordinate and process all aspects of on- and off-campus recruiting to attract strong academic and mission-fit student-athletes towards a healthy and competitive roster goal each year.
Maintain accurate recruiting and roster records for statistical analysis benchmarking and historical tracking and towards annual retention goals.

3) Student-Athlete Experience and Wellness

Foster a holistic inclusive team culture emphasizing academic progress mental health physical well-being and life-skill development.
Collaborate with campus partners (academic support counseling services athletic training strength and conditioning DEI and Title IX) to provide proactive wellness education timely referrals and coordinated return-to-play processes.
Implement evidence-informed workload management injury-prevention strategies and rest/recovery practices; uphold safety standards for practices travel and competition.

4) Budgeting and Administration

Function within an approved budget; oversee the preparation of a detailed itemized annual budget.
Initiate and recommend budget adjustments that improve program quality and the student-athlete experience.
Maintain comprehensive program records (statistics compliance documentation recruiting travel equipment inventory and historical materials) and prepare required reports.
May be assigned as game administrator on a limited number of dates in off-season.

5) External Relations Fundraising and Community Engagement

Provide responsive professional service to student-athletes faculty/administration alumni fans parents community members and media.
Partner with Advancement to plan and execute fundraising initiatives (e.g. annual giving events donor stewardship) supporting program needs and enhancements.
Engage alumni and community through clinics camps outreach and service projects that elevate program visibility and reputation.

6) Teaching and Off-Season Instruction (as assigned)

May teach a physical activity or wellness-based activity course in the off-season subject to institutional need and qualifications.
Integrate sport-specific and transferrable skills (leadership teamwork resilience) into instructional settings; align course outcomes with departmental and institutional goals.

Other Responsibilities

Perform general duties to ensure the quality safety and development of the program and the student-athlete experience.
Maintain records for statistical analysis and historical ramifications.
Promote a positive image of Hanover College and represent the College in accordance with the Colleges mission principles and strategic plan.
Support a welcoming College culture and experience.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on coaching/administrative strengths.

Job Qualifications

Education

B.S. or B.A. required; M.S. or M.A. preferred

Experience

NCAA Division III playing and/or coaching experience
Demonstrated success recruiting strong academic student-athletes who align with institutional values
Experience with fundraising and donor/alumni engagement
Experience teaching activity-based courses or facilitating wellness/leadership workshops
Familiarity with performance analytics video/scouting platforms and athlete management tools

Skills and Competencies

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse audiences (students families colleagues alumni media)
Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and a variety of secondary assignments
Knowledge of NCAA DIII rules and regulations; demonstrated commitment to compliance and ethical conduct
Commitment to student-athlete wellness safety and inclusive excellence
Budget management operational planning and data-informed decision-making

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Evening and weekend work required during the competitive season; travel required
Maintain current certifications as applicable (e.g. First Aid/CPR/AED sport-specific credentials driver certification and institutional trainings)
Adhere to and model Hanover College mission values and conduct expectations; uphold conference and NCAA Division III philosophies.

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