Softball Head Coach (4436)

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Softball Head Coach (4436)

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Position Information

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Softball Head Coach (4436)

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Classification

Coach, Head

Position Number

00004436

Open Date

05/15/2024

Close Date

Priority Review Date

05/22/2024

Employee Class

Staff

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time

FTE

1.00

Position Status

Regular

FLSA

Exempt

Job code

1190

Union Representation

Non-Union

Union Code

N/A

Unit/Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

College/Unit

Intercollegiate Athletics

Division

Div Intercollegiate Athletics

Location

CC 204

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page

https://niuhuskies.com/

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

| Overview |
Northern Illinois University (NIU) is accepting applications for the position of Head Coach Softball. This is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits. This position will be responsible for management and administration of all phases of the women’s softball program, student-athletes, and staff.

The mission of NIU Athletics is to enhance the University, community and region through service and engagement while developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life. With long standing traditions and core values centered on family, NIU Athletics is home to 17 NCAA Division I sport programs. Northern Illinois University, chartered in 1895, is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with over 17,000 currently enrolled students and houses seven (7) degree-granting colleges—Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts. Centrally located in DeKalb, Northern Illinois University is 30 miles west of Aurora, 65 miles west of Chicago, 36 miles west of Naperville, and 45 miles southeast of Rockford. | | Position Summary |
This is a professional coaching position, and all of the duties of the position must be conducted in adherence with the policies, rules and regulations of affiliated national, regional and state intercollegiate athletic associations, the Mid-American conference (or subsequent member conference) and the university. | | Essential Duties and Responsibilities |
Coaching – 25%

• Preparation and conduct of all team-related activities including skill instruction, sport strategy and competitive opportunities.

Academic – 25%

• To provide an overall positive educational environment for our Student-Athletes conducive to learning, athletic development, social growth, and preparing them for life beyond college.
• Supervise, in conjunction with the athletic tutoring and advising program, the total academic progress of the team implementing corrective action plans through appropriate staff.

Personnel – 10%

• Selection, oversight, development, and retention of staff (assistants, graduate assistants, and managers).

Recruitment – 10%

• Supervise the recruitment strategy to attract top level Division I prospects including identification, assessment, campus visits and implementation of campus resources.

Safety and Conduct – 10%

• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the image and reputation of the department and university.
• Responsible for the development, safety and conduct of the student-athletes within the softball program.

Administration – 10%

• Perform team-related administrative duties such as budget, scheduling, travel arrangements, etc.

Public Relations and Fundraising – 5%

• Perform both direct and indirect public relations functions including promotion, fund raising, public speaking, community events, and through camps and/or clinics.

Departmental Needs – 5%

• Assist with departmental needs as requested.
• Cash handling responsibilities — $5,000 – $10,000 annually.
• When practical under the circumstances, intercollegiate athletic staff is encouraged to voluntarily attend all athletic events to promote audience participation and support for NIU team efforts. | | Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service) |
  N/A | | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service) |
  N/A | | Specialty Factors (Civil Service) |
  N/A | | Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service) |
  N/A | | Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS) |
  
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of five (5) years coaching experience and demonstrated successful coaching experience in softball at institution of higher education beyond High School. | | Additional Requirements (SPS) |
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to NCAA rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with and relate well to female student-athletes, high school/club coaches and department support staff.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting and retaining quality student-athletes, particularly at the regional (Midwest) level.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate through oral, written and electronic forms. | | Preferred Qualifications (SPS) |
  
• Master’s degree.
• Competitive experience in softball on the university or college level.
• Experience as a Head Coach, Associate Head Coach, or Recruiting Coordinator.
• Coaching experience at the Division I college level. | | Physical demands/requirements |
  Walking, standing, sitting, lifting of 50+ lbs. |

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

| Anticipated Appointment Start Date | 6/16/24 | | Anticipated Appointment End Date | | | Percent of Staff Year | 1.00 | | Standard Hours Per Week | 37.50 | | Working Hours | Varies days, nights, weekends | | Salary | Commensurate with experience; NIU offers a robust Benefit Package. | | Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range | | | Earn Type | Salary |

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

| Application Procedure |
For full consideration, please visit https://employment.niu.edu/po...
and submit the following materials by May 22, 2024.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• List of three Professional References

Applications received after May 22, 2024 will be considered as needed. | | Special Instructions | | | Quick Link to Applicant | https://employment.niu.edu/postings/7... | | Is Background Check Required? | Yes | | EEO Statement Summary |
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560 | | Visa Policy |

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

| | ADA Accommodation |
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu. | | Safety Information |
NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.
Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy. |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter 3. List of at least 3 Professional References Optional Documents

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