Assistant Softball Coach

Rome Floyd Chamber; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rome Floyd Chamber is seeking an Assistant Coach for the baseball program. The role involves supporting the head coach in building a successful athletic program, recruiting student-athletes, and providing on-field instruction. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and have related experience.

Key responsibilities include developing practice plans, monitoring student-athlete progress, and adhering to college standards. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes in Cartersville, Georgia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a similar position.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in creating a successful program.
• Recruit potential student athletes.
• Conduct training for student athletes.

Skills

Knowledge of college-level athletic program management principles

Knowledge of sports field maintenance principles

Knowledge of baseball rules and procedures

Skill in the coaching and training of student athletes

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in the analysis of problems

Education

Bachelor's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the head coach in creating and maintaining a successful program for the institution on the field, in the classroom, and in the community.

Responsibilities

• Understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies.
• Assist the department with advisement and academic support responsibilities for all student‑athletes.
• Identify and recruit potential student athletes.
• Assist the head coach with practice plans and game strategies for upcoming opponents.
• Perform on‑field instruction and player development.
• Conduct and supervise individual trainings for student athletes and off‑season conditioning.
• Monitor progress of student athletes and implement strategies to ensure academic and athletic success with an emphasis on sportsmanship, integrity, a competitive spirit, and academic success.
• Recruit student athletes for the baseball team.
• Perform administrative duties, including camp coordination, traveling, and executing tasks for community service or campus events.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with the mission, goals, and core values of the college.
• Maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for an academic environment including students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one (1) to two (2) years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Proposed Salary

$40,000 annually

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of college‑level athletic program management principles.
• Knowledge of sports field maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of baseball rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC), and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Georgia Collegiate Athletic Association (GCAA).
• Knowledge of computers and job‑related software programs.
• Skill in the coaching and training of student athletes.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Contact Information

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