Head Softball Coach - Athletics

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Head Softball Coach - Athletics

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Head Softball Coach - Athletics

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Ashland University is an

NCAA

Division II institution that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (

GMAC

). Ashland University offers a comprehensive 24-sport athletic program. The university is located off of Interstate 71 in Ashland, Ohio, midway between Cleveland and Columbus.

Candidates must be able to teach proper technique and skill development in various aspects of softball. Candidates should have a complete and thorough understanding of the sport and be able to instruct student-athletes in small group and one-on-one settings.

Applicants should be well versed and able to instruct student-athletes on physical health, team concepts and team building exercises, team development techniques and safety.

A thorough understanding of

NCAA

and

GMAC

rules and regulations is required. The head coach must adhere to these rules and ensure that the program is in compliance with all rules, regulations and guidelines. The ability to articulate these to student-athletes is also required.

An understanding of Ashland University’s mission and goals is required. Applicants must have the ability to explain these to student-athletes.

Candidates will be responsible for monitoring the budget of the sport. All plans for travel and equipment purchase also fall under the responsibility of the head coach.

This position requires the ability to recruit potential student-athletes. The head coach is responsible for meeting all Ashland University roster requirements.

The head coach is responsible for monitoring academic progress of all student-athletes on the team and working with various constituencies across campus to ensure that student-athletes receive the proper academic counseling and assistance.

All practice and game preparation falls under the direction of the head coach. The head coach is responsible for the implementation of game plans and will be the lead coach at all games and tournaments.

The head coach will direct and finalize all scouting responsibilities.

The head coach will direct and evaluate all assistant coaches.

This position could require other assignments as assigned by the athletic director. These could include fundraising, game management and representing the athletic department at various functions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree is required

Candidates must have the ability to successfully impart softball fundamentals and playing techniques. Candidates must have a thorough understanding of the game and be able to instruct in a number of areas including – pitching, hitting, fielding and game strategy

Previous coaching and/or playing experience on the college level is highly desired

The ability to identify and recruit student-athletes is required

This position requires well-developed communication skills, as well as strong time management and organizational skills

The ability to manage a budget is desired

The ability to work weekends and evenings is required. This position requires extensive travel, both in recruiting and to games

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Anticipated Start Date of New Hire

06/03/2024

Anticipated Number of Hours Working per Week

40+

Shift Required?

Varied

Job Duties

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S785P | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Desired Start Date | 06/03/2024 | | Job Open Date | 05/09/2024 | | Job Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://jobs.ashland.edu/postings/5970 |

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. References Optional Documents

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