QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$50,000-$60,000/yr -
Years of Experience
Not Provided -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
GORDON COLLEGE
Position Description
6/2026
Title: Head Softball Coach
Function: Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics, the Head Softball Coach is
responsible for the leadership and development of student-athletes, including the discipleship
of young women in a highly competitive program, and a comprehensive student support
structure to facilitate their spiritual growth and areas of sport-specific technique, strategic play,
teamwork, and safety in the sport of Softball at Gordon College. The level of responsibility
includes areas specific to Softball and a responsibility for our student-athletes' holistic well-
being. The program's success is measured by student outcomes, competitive excellence, and
the ability to fulfill the college's mission. This is demonstrated by the mentoring of student-
athletes, including teaching, and modeling the value of Christian competition and leadership.
Description of Duties and Tasks:
GORDON COLLEGE
Position Description
6/2026
Title: Head Softball Coach
Function: Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics, the Head Softball Coach is
responsible for the leadership and development of student-athletes, including the discipleship
of young women in a highly competitive program, and a comprehensive student support
structure to facilitate their spiritual growth and areas of sport-specific technique, strategic play,
teamwork, and safety in the sport of Softball at Gordon College. The level of responsibility
includes areas specific to Softball and a responsibility for our student-athletes' holistic well-
being. The program's success is measured by student outcomes, competitive excellence, and
the ability to fulfill the college's mission. This is demonstrated by the mentoring of student-
athletes, including teaching, and modeling the value of Christian competition and leadership.
Description of Duties and Tasks:
Head Coach Duties
1.
Responsible for the instruction and development of student-athletes, including sport-
specific technique, strategic play, safety, and key aspects of their position.
In collaboration with the Director of Athletics, the Head Softball Coach should
contribute to the development and growth of the department, as well as the overall
growth of Gordon College, including service and mission opportunities to invest in the
Gordon community.
Lead the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes who understand and
embrace the mission of Gordon College and of the Athletics Department. This requires
attending Admissions-related functions, significant correspondence to inquiries, travel
to recruit prospective student-athletes, and collaboration with campus partners.
Regularly attend department staff meetings and ensure compliance with College,
Conference of New England (CNE), and NCAA rules, as well as provide support for large
departmental initiatives (including special events), spiritual development, game
management, and alumni/fundraising activities.
Work in collaboration with campus partners to monitor academic performance of
student-athletes and collaborate in all areas of comprehensive student support,
including discipleship, development, and retention of student-athletes within their
specific sports program.
Supervise game management for other sports as part of the out-of-season schedule.
Determine fiscal requirements and budgetary recommendations for their respective
program(s), while monitoring, verifying, and reconciling expenditures of budgeted
funds.
Perform other duties as assigned by respective sports supervisor or Director of Athletics.
Office hours are primarily weekdays, but responsibilities require additional hours and
flexibility, including evenings and weekends.
Campus and Community Engagement
1.
Develop and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with colleagues,
faculty and staff, campus administration, alumni, friends of the college, and trustees.
Participate in the life of the Gordon College community.
Participate and attend campus meetings and functions as needed.
Work within the framework of the rules and regulations of Gordon College.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To fully perform the above functions, the incumbent must possess the following knowledge,
skills, and abilities, or demonstrate that the major responsibilities of the job can be
accomplished, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills
and abilities.
A bachelor's degree is required; master’s degree is preferred. Experience playing and/or
coaching at the intercollegiate level is also preferred but not required.
Effective leadership skills and motivational abilities with mentoring experiences.
Understanding and appreciation of Christian liberal arts higher education.
Knowledgeable of, and adhere to, the rules and regulations of the NCAA Division III and
the CNE Conference.
Ability to be a team player within the Department of Athletics and the institution.
Strong desire to work with, relate to, and develop student-athletes.
Sound administrative ability with emphasis on organization and attention to detail,
including effective verbal and written communication skills.
Positive mindset, solution-oriented style of leadership to contribute to a culture of
continuous improvement and collaboration.
Familiarity with basic computer operations, and ability to use common office
equipment, including the ability to operate specialized software for sports
administration.
Position Code: ATH-HCOACH-2
Grade: 5
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hiring Range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually
In our Christ-centered living and learning community at Gordon College, faculty and staff affirm
the College’s Statement of Faith as an expression of their own theological convictions, and agree
to work within Gordon’s community standards in order to model these commitments for our
students’ formation. Gordon College faculty and staff support the College’s commitment to the
Shalom Statement, which includes our desire to treat all individuals as equal image-bearers of
God through justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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