Head Coach, Softball

Overview

This position is responsible for all aspects of the Penn College NCAA Division III Softball program and will be expected to abide by and uphold the regulations of the NCAA Division III, and United East Conference. Specific duties will include the recruitment of qualified student-athletes, conducting and supervising practices and competitions, budget management, equipment inventory, supervision of assistant coaches, ensure the safety of all student-athletes at all times, and monitoring of student-athletes' academic progress.

 

Full-time Employee Benefits include: medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more. For additional information, click here.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated expertise in softball. Required
• Prior coaching experience at the college level. Preferred

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Ability to provide instruction, training, and motivation is necessary for the athletes to compete to the best of their ability. Required
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, staff, faculty, and the public. Required
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form. Required
• Developed organizational skills. Required
• Must possess a current driver's license. Required
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diversity and multicultural issues. Required
• Successfully complete the annual NCAA ""open book"" rules test. Required
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid certification. Required

 

Responsibilities

Coaching:

• Organize and conduct practices, conditioning programs and competitive events.
• Instruct student-athletes with sound principles and expert skills related to softball.
• Prepare individual student-athletes and team for games.
• Set season goals and motivate student-athletes using techniques that meet the needs of the students and that are consistent with the Penn College athletic program philosophy.
• Develop a competitive program.
• Manage, monitor and comply with the operating budget. Follow College and departmental policies regarding fiscal procedures.
• Adhere to College policies and NCAA legislation regarding fundraising.
• Know and abide by NCAA Division III regulations and United East Conference rules.
• Schedule compliance sessions for student-athletes prior to the start of your season.
• Maintain current roster and communicate any changes or additions to the Assistant Director of Athletics/Director of Athletic Communications.
• Ensure new student-athletes are cleared with athletic trainer and have completed compliance forms prior to participation.
• Recruit, train and supervise assistant coaches. Conduct annual evaluations of all assistant coaches.
• Comply with the policies and procedures outlined in the Coaches Handbook of Department Guidelines and Procedures.
• Cooperate with athletic trainers to ensure student-athletes receive proper medical and physical training services.
• Model integrity, respect, and good sportsmanship at all times and hold assistant coaches and student-athletes accountable for the same behavior.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Athletics/Director of Athletic Communications to promote the softball program.
• Respond to media requests via the Assistant Director of Athletics/Director of Athletic Communications in manner that promotes professionalism and the mission of Penn College.
• Attend departmental meetings, communicate regularly with the Director of Athletics and contribute positively to the betterment of the total athletics program.
• Organize annual event that celebrates team and individual achievements such as an annual banquet, awards ceremony or other program that promotes tradition within the softball program.
• Promote the softball team, the overall athletic program and Penn College with team alumni, parents and community members.

Recruiting:

• In compliance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations for softball, recruit student-athletes who meet the College's admission requirements, who possess the potential to contribute to your team, and who will add positively to the student body.
• Meet the recruitment and roster goals established jointly by the Director of Athletics.
• Submit and discuss with the Director of Athletics an annual recruitment plan that outlines the coach's efforts to recruit student-athletes that meet the specific needs of their program (e.g. skilled positions, number of graduating players, etc.) and who can excel athletically and academically at Penn College.
• Represent the College at admission open houses and other events that involve prospective student-athletes.
• Monitor the academic success of student-athletes and collaborate with other key personnel to promote academic success.
• Support the academic development of your student-athletes through graduation.

Collateral Responsibilities:

• This position will be required to work a secondary duty for the Athletics Department. A secondary duty will be in Game Day Operations. This duty will be determined by the Athletic Director at time of hire based on candidate's qualifications.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct maintenance of equipment and uniform inventory, issuance, proper care and sanitation, collection, and storage in designated on-campus facilities.

Physical Standards and Special Job Features

• Work is normally performed in a gymnasium or game field setting with some travel via automobile.
• Occasionally required to move or transport (lift) items weighing up to 25 lbs.

Pay Transparency

Based on minimum education and experience qualifications the yearly salary range is $51,500 - $58,500.

College Statement

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

EEO Statement

Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

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Job Code

L3209