Assistant Coach – Softball

EXPIRED

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

Reporting to the Head Women’s Softball Coach the Assistant Softball Coach will be responsible for assisting in all phases of a Division I Intercollegiate Women’s Softball program including, but not limited to:

• Promoting the philosophy and objectives of the University of Missouri Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, including adhering to all Departmental, University, SEC and NCAA rules and regulations.

• Demonstrating the ability to relate to, and motivate, student-athletes and to work with a variety of university staff, alumni, and the outside community

• Assisting with the development in the overall student-athlete experience by mentoring student-athletes including evaluating their performance in practice and competition while providing leadership and instruction in areas of deficiencies as required, but including individual and small group film and training sessions.

• Assist with on the field coaching duties to include technical development and functional training sessions.

• Assisting with implementing recruiting strategy, statistical analysis of prospective student-athlete date and assisting in off campus recruiting and evaluation of potential student-athletes.

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

Reporting to the Head Women’s Softball Coach the Assistant Softball Coach will be responsible for assisting in all phases of a Division I Intercollegiate Women’s Softball program including, but not limited to:

• Promoting the philosophy and objectives of the University of Missouri Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, including adhering to all Departmental, University, SEC and NCAA rules and regulations.

• Demonstrating the ability to relate to, and motivate, student-athletes and to work with a variety of university staff, alumni, and the outside community

• Assisting with the development in the overall student-athlete experience by mentoring student-athletes including evaluating their performance in practice and competition while providing leadership and instruction in areas of deficiencies as required, but including individual and small group film and training sessions.

• Assist with on the field coaching duties to include technical development and functional training sessions.

• Assisting with implementing recruiting strategy, statistical analysis of prospective student-athlete date and assisting in off campus recruiting and evaluation of potential student-athletes.

• Participating in the collection and analysis of tactical and statistical data of opponent tendencies and assisting in designing scouting reports and match strategies.

• Performing other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Head Coach and/or the assigned sport administrator or Director of Athletics.

• The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in off-campus recruiting, budgeting, strong organization skills, excellent communication skills in addition to strong leadership abilities.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in related/ relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience as a NCAA Division I softball coach.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000

Grade: GGS-MKT

University Title: ASSISTANT COACH

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards....

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.