Division I Softball Assistant Coach- Recruiting & Mentoring

University of Maine at Augusta; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Retirement plan options

Job summary

The University of Maine in Orono is seeking an assistant softball coach to assist with coaching, recruiting, and training for the Division I program, adhering to NCAA and university policies.

The role includes evaluating and recruiting student-athletes, mentoring academics, coordinating practice sessions and travel, building partnerships, and supporting program visibility via athletics marketing. The typical salary is $45,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules and regulations.
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel normally requiring a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor & motivate student athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the evaluation, identification, recruitment, and retention of student-athletes for the Women’s Softball Program in accordance with University, Conference and NCAA guidelines and standards.
• Monitors academic progress, including advising, mentoring, and instructing as assigned.
• Assists with coordinating training and practice sessions. Ensures that all appropriate safety guidelines and standards are maintained.
• Assists with coordination of team travel and logistics.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships that reflect courtesy, civility, and mutual respect.
• Builds productive relationships with internal and external constituencies.
• Commits to organizational improvement by identifying opportunities to improve, recommending possible alternatives for a situation.
• Utilizes coaching and mentoring methods which provide an environment that is anticipatory, supportive and encourages constructive feedback on performance.
• Assumes responsibility for decision making in the absence of the Head Coach.
• Works with Athletic Marketing and Promotions to increase program visibility and game attendance.
• Other reasonably related duties as assigned by the head coach.

Skills

NCAA rules knowledge

Mentor & motivate athletes

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Maine in Orono is seeking an assistant softball coach to assist with coaching, recruiting, and training for the Division I program, adhering to NCAA and university policies.

The role includes evaluating and recruiting student-athletes, mentoring academics, coordinating practice sessions and travel, building partnerships, and supporting program visibility via athletics marketing. The typical salary is $45,000.