Head Softball Coach

EXPIRED

Job Summary

The Head Softball Coach is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of a collegiate softball program, including recruiting student-athletes, developing practice and game schedules, overseeing academic progress, managing the program budget, and fostering the growth and overall development of student-athletes. All full-time head coaches assume a secondary role in addition to coaching responsibilities. The secondary role will be determined based on the College's needs, leading up to an offer of employment.

Responsible for demonstrating LSSC’s core values of Caring, Communicating, Collaborating, and Celebrating when interacting with students, employees, visitors, and community members.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the planning, development, and execution of the LSSC softball program, including recruitment, promotion, and marketing of the program in coordination with the Director of Athletics.
• Coordinate and manage softball practices and fall/spring NJCAA schedules
• Recruit student-athletes who exhibit regard for character and excellence in their lives. Provide and/or seek the necessary counseling, community service opportunities, training, and monitoring of student-athletes in the Softball program.
• Assist in the completion of admission and enrollment processing of potential student-athletes in accordance with FCSAA and NJCAA policies.
• Teach sound fundamentals that merge with sound strategy to result in efficient performances by athletes; conduct practices/competitions and supervise all related activities; provide proper instruction of skills, coordinated practice and competition plans, and supervise assistant coaches. Foster good conduct by players and assistant coaches by setting a good personal example.
• Foster good conduct by players and assistant coaches by setting a good personal example.
• Coordinate officials, secure necessary equipment and facilities, and set up for contests.

Job Summary

The Head Softball Coach is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of a collegiate softball program, including recruiting student-athletes, developing practice and game schedules, overseeing academic progress, managing the program budget, and fostering the growth and overall development of student-athletes. All full-time head coaches assume a secondary role in addition to coaching responsibilities. The secondary role will be determined based on the College's needs, leading up to an offer of employment.

Responsible for demonstrating LSSC’s core values of Caring, Communicating, Collaborating, and Celebrating when interacting with students, employees, visitors, and community members.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the planning, development, and execution of the LSSC softball program, including recruitment, promotion, and marketing of the program in coordination with the Director of Athletics.
• Coordinate and manage softball practices and fall/spring NJCAA schedules
• Recruit student-athletes who exhibit regard for character and excellence in their lives. Provide and/or seek the necessary counseling, community service opportunities, training, and monitoring of student-athletes in the Softball program.
• Assist in the completion of admission and enrollment processing of potential student-athletes in accordance with FCSAA and NJCAA policies.
• Teach sound fundamentals that merge with sound strategy to result in efficient performances by athletes; conduct practices/competitions and supervise all related activities; provide proper instruction of skills, coordinated practice and competition plans, and supervise assistant coaches. Foster good conduct by players and assistant coaches by setting a good personal example.
• Foster good conduct by players and assistant coaches by setting a good personal example.
• Coordinate officials, secure necessary equipment and facilities, and set up for contests.
• Ensure safety in all aspects of the intercollegiate Athletic Program.
• Enforce student-athlete/athletic coach codes of conduct.
• Responsible for monitoring equipment and Softball facility needs; arranging for appropriate repairs and maintenance, as required.
• Maintenance and care of all LSSC equipment and property.
• Operate the softball program under the policies and procedures provided by LSSC, FCSAA, and NJCAA; admission, registration, and financial aid procedures for student-athletes; attend departmental meetings, committee assignments, coaches’ meetings/ conferences, and submit required documentation to the Director of Athletics and Post-Secondary Access and Articulation.
• Monitor student-athlete grade checks.
• Prepare and submit all statistical information for the softball program to the FCSAA and NJCAA; update statistical information and coordinate website information in cooperation with the Director of Athletics.
• In coordination with the Service-Learning Coordinator, provide our student-athletes with community service opportunities throughout the school year.
• Coordinate and manage softball camps and clinics.
• Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must be proficient in relationship building and public speaking skills.
• Knowledgeable of NJCAA and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Must be able to maintain good working relationships with student-athletes & parents to achieve high retention rates as well as faculty, staff, and members of the community.
• Requires extensive knowledge of coaching techniques and ways to communicate those techniques to many different personalities.
• Able to coach, inspire, and mentor student-athletes
• Strong work ethic, service excellence, and responsibility
• Ability to handle information of a sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability
• Effective analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse constituents
• Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment
• Work involves planning and directing daily requests
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles.
• Ability to work with Golf equipment, including maintenance and set-up.
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision.
• Ability to create and run practices/camps/showcases to improve on-field performance.
• This position requires the employee to own and use a personal communication device (cell phone) for successful job performance.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average weight up to fifty (50) pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Basic computer skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, as well as knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
• Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours
• This position requires the employee to own and use a personal communication device (cell phone) for successful job performance.

ABILITIES/GENERAL:

• Promote a common purpose consistent with the College's stated goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
• Possess knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals related to the job tasks.
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner and follow stated policies.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Present a professional image in words, actions, and attire.
• Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the College’s standards of ethical conduct.
• Apply effective techniques to establish and maintain working relationships, fostering collaboration to achieve common goals; effectively communicate and collaborate with others to achieve shared objectives.
• Demonstrate the skills necessary to examine situations and processes, making recommendations for improvement critically.
• Strong service orientation and ability to effectively work as a member or leader of a team by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and considering larger organizational goals rather than individual concerns. Includes the ability to build &/or support a constructive team spirit where members are committed to the goals and objectives of the organization.
• Plan, organize, and successfully multitask to meet multiple deadlines and frequently new work tasks within required timeframes. Proven flexibility to successfully work on a variety of projects quickly and accurately.
• Effectively manage change and adaptability.
• Adheres to all workplace safety rules, safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices
• Ability to work various hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends
• Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, on or off campus, as required.

Minimum Qualifications & Education

• Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Two years of head coaching experience, preferably post-secondary education, high school, or elite level.

• Preferred:

  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Prior coaching and playing experience.

Apply Now