Assistant Coach, Softball

Frederick Community College; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 11,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Frederick Community College is seeking an Assistant Coach for softball to support the Head Coach with day-to-day NJCAA team operations. The role requires collaboration with the Director of Athletics and travel with the team.

Evening and weekend work is required to meet practice and competition schedules. The ideal candidate will have coaching or playing experience at high school or college level, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• One year of coaching or playing experience at the high school or collegiate level.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach to meet team needs.
• Instruct athletes on rules and developments of the sport.
• Help recruit eligible student athletes.
• Observe and evaluate athletes to help develop coaching plans.
• Monitor academic progress for compliance with NJCAA rules.
• Assist with game day management as directed by Head Coach.

Skills

Coaching

Recruiting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Sports Administration

Two years college coaching experience

Job description

Requisition Number:

AS1018P

Job Title:

Assistant Coach, Softball

Pay Rate:

$1,000 - $5,000 stipend (prorated based on start date).

Position Type:

Coaches

Position Summary:

This position supports the Head Coach with the day-to-day operations of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) team at Frederick Community College. The Assistant Coach works under the guidance and direction of the Head Coach and is supervised by the Director of Athletics. The Assistant Coach meets the travel demands of the athletic competition schedule. This position must have the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Assist the Head Coach to meet the needs of the position.
• 2. Instruct student athletes regarding the rules of the sport including rule changes, new developments, and innovative ideas.
• 3. Help recruit academically and athletically qualified prospective student athletes.
• 4. Work evening/weekends as necessary.
• 5. Observe and evaluate all aspects of student athletes in both training and competition, and work with the Head Coach to develop a coaching plan to meet individual needs.
• 6. Monitor the academic performance and progress of student athletes to ensure compliance with College and NJCAA rules.
• 7. Work with the Athletics Facilities and Equipment Supervisor on fundraising activities.
• 8. Assist with game day management as directed by the Head Coach.
• 9. Develop scouting reports.
• 10. Possess knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NJCAA and Maryland Junior College Athletic Association (JUCO) rules and regulations.
• 11. Possess and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
• 12. Perform other duties as assigned by Head Coach, Director of Athletics, and/or the Assistant Director of Athletics.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

1. One (1) year of coaching or playing experience at the high school or collegiate level.

Desired Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Administration, Education, Physical Education, or Recreation.
• 2. Two (2) years of college coaching experience.
• 3. Demonstrated experience as a positive role model to student-athletes.

Work Schedule:

Varies

Full/Part Time:

Part Time

Telework Eligible?:

No

Essential Personnel?:

No

Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values engagement and belonging for students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.