Softball Coach Intern

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Posting Details

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Position Title

Softball Coach Intern

Position Approval Date

08/05/2024

Is this position budgeted?

Yes

Is this position an essential position?

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Posting Details

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Position Title

Softball Coach Intern

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Position Approval Date

08/05/2024

Is this position budgeted?

Yes

Is this position an essential position?

No

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.

The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Position Summary

Job Summary

The Softball Intern reports to the Head Softball Coach and may have a second report relative to an assigned secondary duty. The primary tasks are to assist the Head Coach in all aspects of the program including plan practices and game strategies, game day responsibilities and recruiting student athletes in concert with the academic mission of the University. In addition, a secondary responsibility will be assigned that could include game management, intramurals and club sports, facilities management or strength and conditioning. The position appointment is for one year, renewable up to a total of three years. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under

FLSA

regulations.

Specific Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in the following:

Identifying and recruiting academically qualified student-athletes

Both off-campus and on-campus recruiting efforts

Developing and conducting organized practices

Game day responsibilities

Fundraising opportunities

Counseling student-athletes in a positive manner and serving as a positive role model to all SU students on a daily basis.

Adhere to all

NCAA

, Conference and University rules and regulations

Develop positive rapport with athletics staff as well as the entire SU community

Represent the University to various constituents in a professional manner

Perform other duties as assigned by Head Coach

Perform the secondary duty as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Deep understanding of and passion for the game of Softball; Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build strong collaborative relationships. Requires ability to multi-task and attend to detail. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with current students and parents, prospective students and parents, and staff and faculty in a professional manner. Ability to use technology and equipment specific to the sport.

Additional Requirements

This position requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to drive and qualify under the university’s insurance carrier when driving a university and/or leased vehicle.

CPR

,

AED

and First Aid certification is preferred.

This role is identified as one that includes significant interaction with students and/or campus activities, and/or has oversight for disciplinary procedures. Therefore, you are considered a Campus Security Authority (

CSA

) and required to report any Clery Act crime disclosed to you and remain compliant with annual

CSA

training requirements.

Physical Demand

Position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Position requires the ability to move about the campus. Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction ability to frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly. Position requires lifting, pulling, pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires travel. Work is indoors and outdoors.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Number of Months

10 months

Additional Work Schedule Details?

Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks)

Hours per week during the summer (13 wks)

Status

Full-Time Benefits Eligible

Posting Date

08/05/2024

Closing Date

08/16/2024

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full Time

Open Until Filled

No

Anticipated Start Date

Posting Number

AH01249

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. What is your highest degree earned?
   • Doctorate Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • Bachelor Degree
   • ABD
   • Associate Degree
   • Some college courses
   • High School Diploma
   • GED

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Diversity & Inclusion Statement 2. Other Additional Documents

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