Assistant Softball Coach (Specialist 1A)

EXPIRED

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut is accepting applications and nominations for the full-time position of Assistant Softball Coach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assisting the Head Softball coach in planning and organizing all phases of a Division I softball program, preferred skill development of pitchers; coordination of on- and off-campus recruiting efforts; overseeing camps and clinics; coordinating scouting of opponents; ability to throw batting practice; and assisting with administrative responsibilities with the program including team travel, marketing, program operations, game management, and other duties as assigned by the Head Softball Coach.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree; experience coaching collegiate and/or professional softball athletes; collegiate playing experience; a demonstrated working knowledge of NCAA regulations; strong commitment to the academic goals of the University; and excellent organizational, communication, and public relations skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of coaching at the collegiate and/or professional level within the last five years; collegiate coaching experience working with pitchers; advanced film editing and experience with technological analytics; experience managing and instructing prospect camps and clinics; experience with event planning and/or community service planning; ability to throw batting practice.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Connecticut is accepting applications and nominations for the full-time position of Assistant Softball Coach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assisting the Head Softball coach in planning and organizing all phases of a Division I softball program, preferred skill development of pitchers; coordination of on- and off-campus recruiting efforts; overseeing camps and clinics; coordinating scouting of opponents; ability to throw batting practice; and assisting with administrative responsibilities with the program including team travel, marketing, program operations, game management, and other duties as assigned by the Head Softball Coach.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree; experience coaching collegiate and/or professional softball athletes; collegiate playing experience; a demonstrated working knowledge of NCAA regulations; strong commitment to the academic goals of the University; and excellent organizational, communication, and public relations skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of coaching at the collegiate and/or professional level within the last five years; collegiate coaching experience working with pitchers; advanced film editing and experience with technological analytics; experience managing and instructing prospect camps and clinics; experience with event planning and/or community service planning; ability to throw batting practice.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498363 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on May 13, 2024.

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