Assistant Softball Coach - Player Development & Scouting

Ball State University; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

Holiday schedule

Job summary

Ball State University Athletics is seeking an enthusiastic and student-centered Assistant Softball Coach to join our softball program and positively impact our student-athletes. You will assist with practice and game preparation, skill development, scouting and recruiting, player development, and team operations.

The successful candidate will work with the coaching staff to foster a competitive, supportive environment that promotes excellence on and off the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Collegiate playing experience and/or coaching experience.
• Valid driver's license and insurability per university policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching and instruction to student-athletes in softball.
• Assist with practice planning and competitive coaching decisions.
• Develop, in conjunction with head coach, practice schedules and game plans.
• Serve as infield defense coordinator and contribute to player development.
• Support scouting, recruiting, and travel planning activities.
• Assist with fundraising and camp/clinic support.

Skills

Collegiate playing experience

Coaching experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Ball State University Athletics is seeking an enthusiastic and student-centered Assistant Softball Coach to join our softball program and positively impact our student-athletes. You will assist with practice and game preparation, skill development, scouting and recruiting, player development, and team operations.

The successful candidate will work with the coaching staff to foster a competitive, supportive environment that promotes excellence on and off the field.