Assistant Softball Coach — Mentoring, Recruitment & Academics

Paycom; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Ottawa University in Surprise, AZ is seeking a part-time Athletics Coach to assist in administering a university athletic program. Responsibilities include teaching, mentoring, recruiting, and supporting student-athletes academically and athletically while upholding NAIA rules and school values.

The role emphasizes Christ-centered leadership, team-based coaching, and community engagement, with duties assigned by the Director of Athletics and potential game-day responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Coaching experience, collegiate level experience preferred.
• Current/valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty/responsibility is teaching, mentoring, instructing and imparting knowledge, to student athletes, as a part of an athletic team and program.
• Participates as a member of a coaching team to recruit, retain, and graduate student-athletes, contributing to the success of the program and vibrancy of campus life. Provide ongoing support to student-athletes concerning their academic progress toward degree completion.
• Provides support to Head Coach in the administration of the program including fund and friend raising for the advancement of the program.
• Provides ongoing support and conversation to student athletes to assure a strong relationship and support with the athlete and family, guide student athletes in all aspects of program participation.
• Contributes toward meeting team enrollment targets and the retention of student athletes.
• Collaborates with and support other coaches and personnel within the athletic department.
• Ensures adherence to the NAIA and rules and regulations including the NAIA Champions of Character 5 core values
• Provides leadership to student athletes regarding campus involvement and community service.
• Provides Christ-centered leadership and direction as a mentor of the assigned program.
• Provides a strong academic emphasis and support of academics through your leadership and activities of the athletic team. Be mindful of the contribution the student-athletes make to the Surprise community including academic performance and participation in and contribution to non-athletic activities.
• Fulfill commitments to all additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics which may include game day management, administrative and/or teaching responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Ottawa University in Surprise, AZ is seeking a part-time Athletics Coach to assist in administering a university athletic program. Responsibilities include teaching, mentoring, recruiting, and supporting student-athletes academically and athletically while upholding NAIA rules and school values.

The role emphasizes Christ-centered leadership, team-based coaching, and community engagement, with duties assigned by the Director of Athletics and potential game-day responsibilities.