Softball - Head Coach

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Description

Summary:

Assure that athletic activities are conducted in accordance with the College National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) policies. Incorporates the philosophy of the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College curriculum into the philosophy and practice of the particular sport. This is a seasonal position during the sports season requiring weekend and evening work.

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Description

Summary:

Assure that athletic activities are conducted in accordance with the College National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) policies. Incorporates the philosophy of the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College curriculum into the philosophy and practice of the particular sport. This is a seasonal position during the sports season requiring weekend and evening work.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as Head Coach for Softball
• Coordinate and supervise all team practices, contests, and off-season programs
• Recruit student athletes according to Admission Office procedures
• Provide student-athletes the necessary time and resources to succeed academically
• Responsible for the operation of the program within budget parameters and submits annual budget requests to the athletic director
• Cooperate with other staff to ensure that the student athlete is provided with services to succeed academically and personally
• Participate in activities that promote the development of the student athlete and the sport in the local community
• Execute community service activities as required by NAIA Champions of Character
• Maintain scholarship requirements based on SMWC and NAIA requirements
• Follow rules set forth by the Athletic Code of Conduct, the NAIA and the River States Conference
• Assist with field maintenance to ensure a quality playing surface and facility
• Promote the sport on and off campus
• Maintain good relationship with alums, parents, officials, volunteers and fans
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required from accredited college or university
• Master’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of women's head softball coaching experience at USCAA, NAIA, NCAA institution
• Knowledge of United States Collegiate Athletic Association and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics regulations or separate sport affiliation
• Demonstrated abilities to work effectively in a small college setting and ability to balance student-athlete needs within a student development prospective

Physical Demand Characteristics:

Medium – Lift 20 lbs. – 50 lbs. occasionally; lift up to 25 lbs. frequently and 10 lbs. constantly. Walks and/or stands most of the day. Bends and stoops frequently. Reaches overhead and stoops frequently. May push/pull.