Head Softball Coach

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It’s a great time to join Marymount University! We are looking for faculty and staff who are passionate about providing excellent service to ensure ahigh qualitystudent experience and collaborative working environment.

Title : Head Softball Coach

Direct Supervisor: Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development

Status : Full time

Division : Athletics

Number of Direct Reports : 2-4 plus students

Target Weekly Hours: 40

Location

2807 N Glebe (Main Campus)

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It’s a great time to join Marymount University! We are looking for faculty and staff who are passionate about providing excellent service to ensure ahigh qualitystudent experience and collaborative working environment.

Title : Head Softball Coach

Direct Supervisor: Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development

Status : Full time

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Division : Athletics

Number of Direct Reports : 2-4 plus students

Target Weekly Hours: 40

Location

2807 N Glebe (Main Campus)

Benefits Eligibility: Yes

JOB SUMMARY

This position will report to the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development. The Head Softball Coach will provide vision, leadership and oversight for all aspects of a NCAA Division III softball program to include the support and advancement of the mission of Marymount University, evaluation, recruitment of qualified scholar student-athletes that includes local, regional and national talent, coaching, coordinating team practices to enhance the team’s performance as a highly visible sport, budget oversight and fundraising activities.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In accordance with NCAA rules and regulations, create a dynamic, inclusive and diverse recruiting plan to attract and retain high-profile student-athletes that are academically and athletically prepared.

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for developing a regionally and nationally recognized competitive team.

• Oversee and coordinate seasonal plans to include: competitive schedules, facilities, officials, academic progress, welfare and retention.

• Adhere to the rules of the University, Atlantic East Conference, and the NCAA

• In conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff, athletic trainers and team physicians develop training and conditioning programs to enhance team performance.

• In accordance with NCAA rules and regulations, conceive, implement and supervise strategies to recruit high-profile student-athletes that are academically and athletically prepared.

• Serve as an ambassador for the Marymount Athletics through articulation of its mission, promoting the softball program locally, nationally and internationally.

• Communicate effectively with media, alumni, parents and friends of Marymount.

OTHER DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS

• Identifies, supervises and evaluates assistant coaching staff and graduate assistants.

• Manages budget, equipment procurement, team and recruiting travel arrangements

• Organizes and cultivates fundraising events and relationships with campus partners and community organizations.

• Monitors affiliated professional organizations.

• Serves in administrative assignments.

• Assist in the development of strategies to increase visibility and attendance at home and away events.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree

Experience:

At least 5 years of coaching experience, including three years of head coaching experience. Collegiate playing experience. Thorough knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student athletes.

Licenses or Certifications:

CPR, First Aid and AED certification. Current and valid driver's license.

Financial Responsibility

Processes or records financial transactions within established guidelines and safeguards. Reviews and/or approves financial transactions at the function or department level. May require some interpretation of policies. Process purchase requests and make budgetary decisions within a set budget for the program.

Supervision

Supervises Graduate Assistants and Assistant Coaches. This includes hiring, scheduling, and evaluating performance.

Special Knowledge

Basic computer skills, including ability to utilize Microsoft applications and recruiting/compliance software (Front rush). Good relationship skills with the university community. Ability to work independently and to work evenings and weekends to accomplish necessary tasks.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to lift up 50 pounds.

• Ability to work during nights, weekends and some holidays

• Working in inclement, warm or cold weather may be necessary

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission. The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission. For more information, please visit: https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/

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