Assistant Coach - Softball

Position Information

Full-Time/40 hours

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Hiring Department

Athletics

Position Information

Full-Time/40 hours

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Hiring Department

Athletics

Required Application Materials

A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions:   

When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.

·         Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary

The Assistant Softball Coach will recruit, coach, and mentor responsible and academically driven student-athletes for the program. The assistant coach will assist the head coach in all facets of the program, including conducting daily practices during the team and individual segments. 

The position works in all types of weather conditions from the cold to extreme heat, as well as in a fluid environment. Will drive 12-passenger vans on occasion.  Office work environment will also be necessary. Evening and weekend hours will be necessary for competitions and University events or fundraising.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

• Responsible for the successful coaching of the team, including maximizing the team’s potential/abilities.
• Execute a successful recruitment and retention plan.
• Recruit student athletes to support the mission of the University.
• Aid in scheduling, planning, and supervising practices and competitions.
• Travel with team.
• Collaborate in developing and maintaining the operating budget.
• Assist with fundraising and team social media.
• Help administer all aspects of the program, ensuring compliance with departmental, institutional, Lone Star Conference, and NCAA II rules and regulations.
• Participate in alumni and booster engagement, including promotion of the program on social media platforms.
• Submit all receipts and budget reports on time as directed by the Director of Athletics.
• Ensure physical, emotional, social welfare and satisfactory academic performance of student-athletes.
• Establish and ensure a safe environment for student-athletes.
• Contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with all athletics staff members and student-athletes.
• Help develop a competitive program within the Lone Star Conference with the goal of postseason participation
• Promote the team and Patriot Athletic programs within the University community, Tyler, and East Texas.
• Aid with organizing camps. 
• Assist with athletic facility maintenance as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

  Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• One (1) or more years’ experience of successful collegiate coaching as an assistant coach.
• May accept a combination of education and experience. 

Preferred Education/Experience

• Master’s degree in related field.
• Experience coaching NCAA DII or NCAA DI.

Required Certifications/Licenses

• CPR certified or will receive certification within two (2) months of hire. (Must maintain certification in first aid/CPR/AED throughout the entire appointment.)
• Has Texas Driver’s License or will receive within two (2) months of hire.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Evidence of the ability to plan, organize, and administer training strategies for practice and game implementation.
• Basic knowledge of computers including databases.
• Excellent interpersonal communication to interact effectively and professionally with the University community, outside community, and the press.
• Effective time management.
• Strong public relations and interpersonal skills to interact effectively and professionally with the University community, local community, and the press.
• Maintain a commitment to student learning and success, as well as a dedication to growth, development, innovation, and improvement.
• Good physical stamina.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate events and activities.
• Dedication, capability and commitment to abide by NCAA and Conference rules.
• Strong ability to multi-task and work with many interruptions.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Interact professionally with students, faculty, and university leadership.
  Demonstrated flexibility and initiative in a dynamic work environment.
  Ethical.
  Ability to maintain confidential information.

Other Information

• Required travel, evening hours, and some weekend hours.

About The University of Texas at Tyler

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges. 

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

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