Head Athletics Coach - Softball

POSITION DETAILS

 

Reporting directly to the Student Athletics Manager, the Head Athletics Softball Coach in addition to the CUNY Title Overview will perform the following duties: 

• Establish and maintain effective communication pathways with student-athletes, staff, families and administration
• Provide strong leadership and demonstrate patience while supporting the development of student-athletes
• Develop and implement strategic plans that promote the success and growth of the softball program at Hunter College
• Recruit and retain high-quality student athletes who contribute positively to the program and institution 
• Maintain close attention to the sport specific, game day, and administrative details necessary to operate a successful softball program
• Foster a positive, competitive, and inclusive environment 
• Promote continuous improvement, teamwork, sportsmanship, and overall program excellence

 

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POSITION DETAILS

 

Reporting directly to the Student Athletics Manager, the Head Athletics Softball Coach in addition to the CUNY Title Overview will perform the following duties: 

• Establish and maintain effective communication pathways with student-athletes, staff, families and administration
• Provide strong leadership and demonstrate patience while supporting the development of student-athletes
• Develop and implement strategic plans that promote the success and growth of the softball program at Hunter College
• Recruit and retain high-quality student athletes who contribute positively to the program and institution 
• Maintain close attention to the sport specific, game day, and administrative details necessary to operate a successful softball program
• Foster a positive, competitive, and inclusive environment 
• Promote continuous improvement, teamwork, sportsmanship, and overall program excellence

 

 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Bachelor’s degree and two years’ full-time related experience required.

Other Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred
A motor vehicle driver’s license valid in the State of New York may be required for some, but not all positions
Must be certified and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR/AED (or preferred)

 

 

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

 

Instruct student athletes in the rules, fundamentals, individual player development, sportsmanship, and leadership of their respective sports. In addition to those teaching duties, they are also responsible for determining the fundamental philosophy, skills, strategies, and techniques for each team.

•    Oversee and/or provide instruction for the teaching of current fundamentals, techniques, and strategies relative to one or more sport(s)
•    Lead regular practice sessions and contests in a safe physical environment; provide appropriate emergency care
•    Perform all duties in compliance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA/NJCAA, the College, the relevant conference, and the University
•    Recruit eligible student-athletes, supervise study activities, and monitor academic progress
•    May manage various budgets and oversee one or more athletic facilities
•    Serve as positive and professional role model and mentor to the student community, treating all persons with dignity and respect; prevent harassment and discrimination by coaching staff and athletes and report all breaches of ethical behavior
•    May conduct and participate in fundraising activities and community service events
•    May supervise athletics and support staff
•    May be required to transport team(s) to off-site practice sessions and/or events
•    Extensive travel some overnights and weekends
•    Performs related duties as assigned

CUNY TITLE

 

Head Athletics Coach

FLSA

  Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

 

Salary commensurate with education and experience $65,000 – $72,667. 

 

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.  We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.  Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

 

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY portal on city university of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment or https://cuny.jobs/ and following the CUNYFirst job system instructions. To search for this vacancy, click on search job listings, select more options to search for CUNY jobs and enter the Job Opening ID number 32687.

Click on the "apply now" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.

Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Please note that the required material must be uploaded as one document under cv/ resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also do not use symbols (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï, –, _ or ç)).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please include:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Names and contact information of 3 references

Upload all documents as one single file-- pdf format preferred.

 

 

 

CLOSING DATE

 

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on 09/28/2026. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.

 

 

 

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

  CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

  CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply.  At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups.  Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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