Assistant Softball Coach

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Assistant Softball Coach assists the Head Softball Coach with all aspects of running the Softball Program. In addition, the assistant will teach the PE program and assist with administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this position include the following:

(80%) Assist the Head Coach in performing all of the functions necessary to manage and direct the program. These functions include, but are not limited to:

• Be accessible to and approachable by our students, communicating effectively with our students, recruiting (identifying, cultivating and yielding) prospective student-athletes,

• Teaching and coaching the sport, managing the roster, planning, scheduling and reserving space for all team activity (practices, games, workouts and meetings), team travel (itinerary, meals, hotels and transportation)

• Monitoring academic and social activity of student-athletes, communicating with parents and alumni

• Selection and purchasing of equipment and uniforms.

• Strict adherence to and complete understanding of NESCAC and NCAA rules is essential.

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Assistant Softball Coach assists the Head Softball Coach with all aspects of running the Softball Program. In addition, the assistant will teach the PE program and assist with administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this position include the following:

(80%) Assist the Head Coach in performing all of the functions necessary to manage and direct the program. These functions include, but are not limited to:

• Be accessible to and approachable by our students, communicating effectively with our students, recruiting (identifying, cultivating and yielding) prospective student-athletes,

• Teaching and coaching the sport, managing the roster, planning, scheduling and reserving space for all team activity (practices, games, workouts and meetings), team travel (itinerary, meals, hotels and transportation)

• Monitoring academic and social activity of student-athletes, communicating with parents and alumni

• Selection and purchasing of equipment and uniforms.

• Strict adherence to and complete understanding of NESCAC and NCAA rules is essential.

(10%) Teach in the Physical Education Program. Every student at Hamilton must successfully complete three activity classes, a fitness assessment and a swim test as part of their requirements.

(10%) Assist the department with administrative tasks as needed and assigned by the Director of Athletics or any member of the department’s administrative team.

Education and Experience :

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and experience coaching and/or playing at the intercollegiate level is required. Evening, morning and weekend work is necessary. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license.

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of/ability to teach the sport

• Microsoft Office

Compensation Range:

$62,354 per year

EEO Policy:

Hamilton College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes a wide array of experiences, backgrounds and viewpoints as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths in these areas.

Benefits:

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