Assistant Coach - Women's Softball

Southeastern University; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern University is seeking an Assistant Coach for Women's Softball to support the head coach in mentoring athletes and fulfilling recruiting responsibilities on the Lakeland Main Campus. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and prior coaching experience, with a commitment to the university's mission.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years as a collegiate coach required.
• 3 years of coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and mentoring the softball team.
• Recruiting prospective student-athletes.
• Planning and executing practice activities.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of the sport

Ability to verbally instruct

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

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JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Coach for Women's Softball will be responsible for coaching and mentoring the team under the guidance of the Head Coach in a manner that is consistent with goals of the program and the policies and procedures of Southeastern University. The Assistant Coach will have recruiting responsibilities, be able to work collaboratively with the head coach, and perform other duties as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Head Coach

Supervisory Responsibility: N/A

Indirect Supervisory Responsibility: N/A

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but is not limited to the following:

• Attend all practices, games, and recruiting functions
• Plan and execute daily meeting and practice activities
• Actively recruit prospective student-athletes to SEU
• Support the Christian mission of SEU
• Adhere to all applicable NAIA, Sun Conference, and institutional rules
  
  

ADDITIONAL/NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

N/A

All remaining duties are considered "nonessential" within the context of the ADA, which means that the function could be reassigned to another employee in order to allow a disabled individual to hold the position. Alternatively, the manager could try to provide a reasonable accommodation so that the disabled individual could perform the function.

LOCATION

Lakeland Main Campus

EDUCATION

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree required

Preferred Education:

Master's degree in any field

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

N/A

Required:

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 1-3 years (or the equivalent) as a collegiate coach

Successful background as a high school coach

Preferred:

3 years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level (but not required)

Required:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of the sport
• Ability to verbally instruct in both a classroom and on-field/court setting
  
  

Preferred:

n/a

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.

• This position is considered Non-Essential Personnel for the purposes of Emergency Response.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for long periods of time and be able to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.

Travel:

Yes

Schedule:

• In-Season: 6 days a week, 8 plus hours/day 2. Off-Season: 5-6 days a week, 8 hours/day
  
  

TRAINING

All New Hires And Employees Transferring Into a New Position Will Have a 90-day Probationary Period Within Which To Learn The Functions Of The Job And To Be Evaluated. Following The Probationary Period, The Employee Can Transition To Regular Status, Have The Probationary Period Extended In Order To Receive More Training, Or Employment Can Be Terminated. Required Compliance Training Is As Follows:

n/a

SAFETY

• SEU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management.
• Work-related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. When life or limb are at risk, please dial 911. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident.
• Emergency Employees report for or must remain at work in emergency situations. Dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to this position, unless instructed otherwise by your direct supervisor or a member of the Leadership Team.
  
  

SCREENING

All full-time positions at SEU are deemed security-sensitive and require background checks. Employees required to drive their own personal vehicle, a rental car or an SEU vehicle in performance of their duties must pass an MVR records check and meet the requirements of the University’s insurance carrier in order to meet the requirements of the position.

DISCLAIMER

SEU is an at-will employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

SEU is committed to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All forms of discrimination against or harassment of a person because of his or her identification within a protected category are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition applies equally to conduct by and against employees, vendors, visitors, and students.

Southeastern University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. All employees of Southeastern University, by continued employment, agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and in the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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