Head Coach Women's Softball

E03 Vermont State University; Castleton (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermont State University in Castleton, VT, seeks a head coach to oversee all aspects of a Division III intercollegiate program, including recruitment, retention, fundraising, conditioning, practice and game planning, and travel coordination.

The role involves supervising staff, ensuring student‑athlete academic success, and managing compliance with NCAA and conference guidelines. Weekend/evening work and a valid Vermont driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sports administration, recreation, physical education, or related field; master’s degree desirable.
• Two to four years of relevant coaching experience or a comparable education‑experience mix.
• Strong technical skills and interest in recreational activities.
• Broad knowledge of fitness center, pool, and athletic facilities management, coaching, and recruiting.
• Valid Vermont State Driver’s License.
• Availability for weekend and evening work.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of university students, personnel, media contacts, facilities users, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of a DivisionIII intercollegiate program per Vermont State University, NCAA, and Little East Conference guidelines.
• Prepare for practices and games.
• Supervise assistant coaching staff.
• Recruit and retain qualified student‑athletes.
• Oversee academic success and welfare of student‑athletes.
• Assist in game management and athletic event coordination.
• Perform administrative duties within the Athletics and Recreation Department as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Coaching

Recruiting

Leadership

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in sports administration, recreation, physical education, or related field

Master’s degree desirable

Tools

SSE

Colleague

Self‑Service

Slate

Microsoft Office

Perceptive Content

Job description

Job Summary: The head coach will be responsible for all aspects of the program, including student‑athlete recruitment, retention, fundraising, conditioning, practice and game planning, scheduling contests and coordinating travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of a DivisionIII intercollegiate program per Vermont State University, NCAA, and Little East Conference guidelines.
• Prepare for practices and games.
• Supervise assistant coaching staff.
• Recruit and retain qualified student‑athletes.
• Oversee academic success and welfare of student‑athletes.
• Assist in game management and athletic event coordination.
• Perform administrative duties within the Athletics and Recreation Department as assigned.

Supervision

Receives general supervision from the Director of Athletics. Exercises general supervision over assistant coaches, graduate assistants, student workers, and interns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sports administration, recreation, physical education, or related field (master’s degree desirable).
• Two to four years of relevant coaching experience or a comparable education‑experience mix.
• Strong technical skills and interest in recreational activities.
• Broad knowledge of fitness center, pool, and athletic facilities management, coaching, and recruiting.
• Valid Vermont State Driver’s License.
• Availability for weekend and evening work.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of university students, personnel, media contacts, facilities users, and external stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Understanding of the educational goals and objectives of Vermont State University, including accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Understanding of the psychological and cultural characteristics of economically and educationally disadvantaged students, especially in rural settings.
• Awareness of developmental, holistic, proactive approaches to student success.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with technologies such as SSE, Colleague, Self‑Service, Slate, Microsoft products, and Perceptive Content.
• Record of accountability, timeliness, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to positively influence student skill development (communication, leadership, academics, technical skills, non‑cognitive skills).
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Schedule & Compensation

Weekly hours: 37.5.

Salary: $50,000 – $55,000 per year.

Exempt Category: S12.