Head Softball Coach

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Position Information

Job Title

Head Softball Coach

Nature of Work

Duties include, but are not limited to management and development of all aspects of a collegiate softball program: coaching, recruiting, scouting, scheduling, budget and scholarship management, supervision of assistant/student coaches, academic monitoring, development of team policies and procedures, development and implementation of off-season conditioning, knowledge of and adherence to college, conference, and NAIA rules and regulations, as well as marketing and fund-raising for the program. 

Examples of Work Performed

1. Recruiting and scouting and work with Admissions staff in student athlete recruiting efforts
   
2. Scheduling of practice times and facilities in conjunction with Athletic Director to develop the team’s greatest potential
   
3. Adherence to department budget and scholarship management
   

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Head Softball Coach

Nature of Work

Duties include, but are not limited to management and development of all aspects of a collegiate softball program: coaching, recruiting, scouting, scheduling, budget and scholarship management, supervision of assistant/student coaches, academic monitoring, development of team policies and procedures, development and implementation of off-season conditioning, knowledge of and adherence to college, conference, and NAIA rules and regulations, as well as marketing and fund-raising for the program. 

Examples of Work Performed

1. Recruiting and scouting and work with Admissions staff in student athlete recruiting efforts
   
2. Scheduling of practice times and facilities in conjunction with Athletic Director to develop the team’s greatest potential
   
3. Adherence to department budget and scholarship management
   
4. Supervision of assistant and student coaches and all phases of team in the program
   
5. Academic monitoring
   
6. Develop and implement team policies and procedures
   
7. Off-season conditioning
   
8. Communication and enforcement of College, conference and NAIA rules and regulations to team as well as adherence to rules/regulations in use of state-owned vehicles
   
9. Monitor eligibility program, and complete requisite eligibility paperwork
   
10. Fundraising for program
    
11. Ensure student athletes have complete eligibility forms and physical forms; ensure proof of insurance, parent consent forms and medical history forms for student athletes are current
    
12. Make arrangements and ensure insurance requirements are in place for team trips
    
13. Other duties as assigned
    

Secondary Duties:
1. Committee assignments within the athletic department
2. Responsible for care of equipment and facilities being utilized
3. Provide reports and information as requested to Athletic Director and Campus administration
4. Formulate objectives for upcoming season
5. Evaluate current/past season performance

In addition to other requirements and conditions, the Head Softball Coach agrees:
●To faithfully and conscientiously perform the duties of Head Coach and to maintain the high moral and ethical standards commonly expected as a Head Coach at the College;
●To devote full-time attention and energy to head coaching duties as required herein and to the promotion of the Program;
●To avoid any business or professional activities or pursuits that may conflict with the performance of Coach’s Program duties under this Contract;
●To perform such other duties as shall from time-to-time be assigned to Coach by the Athletic Director or College administration for the benefit of the College and its respective missions and programs, including, but not limited to, appearances on radio programming produced by the radio rights holder, and sponsorship/development support and appearances on behalf of the College and the Program;
●To treat academic progress and achievement of student athletes as a matter of the highest importance. Coach agrees to adhere to the College’s standards and policies for the academic performance of its student athletes in the recruitment, supervision and coaching of players. Coach agrees to follow conscientiously any directives from the Athletic Director or other administrators of the College concerning such matters;
●To treat the physical, emotional and social well-being of student-athletes (including but not limited to issues related to gender, ethnic diversity and sexual orientation) as a matter of import and to maintain a safe environment for student-athletes to discuss and resolve harassment or discrimination concerns;
●To perform duties in strict compliance with (1) state and federal laws and regulations, (2) the constitution, bylaws, rules and regulations of the NAIA (3) rules and regulations of the intercollegiate athletic conference in which the College is a member (the “Conference”), (4) applicable rules and policies of the College, and (5) Board Policies; and,
●Not to engage in fundraising activities or have direct dealings with any athletic booster or booster organizations of the College, except as may be expressly authorized in writing by the President.

Required Qualifications

Required:
• Bachelors degree required;
• Must possess an ability to work in an environment where the education, welfare, and graduation of student-athletes receive primary emphasis;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and proven managerial and fiscal skills required. 
• Must have demonstrated, excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as ability to work effectively with the campus community and outside constituencies;
• An ability to work in an environment where the education, welfare, and graduation of student-athletes receive primary emphasis;
• Must have valid driver’s license and follow all rules and regulations of the College, NAIA, and HEART. 

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:
• Masters degree preferred preferably in physical education or related field.
• Previous head coaching experience at the college and/or high school level preferred.
• previous recruitment experience helpful.

Physical Demands

none

License and Certification Requirements

none

Other Requirements

Offers depend upon successful background check (criminal and credit).  

Salary Information

Salary Low to mid-$50’s DOQ.

FTE

1.0

FLSA

Exempt

Union Status

Non-Union

Number of Vacancies

1

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | PS1654P | | Desired Start Date | | | Open Date | | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | General Information |
PSC’s “Campus of a Thousand Oaks,” an arboretum campus, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state’s first college, Peru State provides students of all backgrounds access to engaging educational experiences to strengthen and enrich communities, Nebraska, and the world. PSC is a member institution of the Nebraska State College System. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-800-742-4412.  | | EEO Statement |
The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website. | | Veteran Statement | This position is subject to Veterans Preference. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

   • YES
   • NO

2. Do you have a valid Driver's License?

   • YES
   • NO

3. How many years of experience do you have coaching softball?

   • 0-1
   • 2-3
   • 3-4
   • 5+

4. Do you have a bachelor's degree?

   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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