Head Coach Women’s Softball

Ursinus College; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ursinus College in Collegeville, PA, seeks a Head Coach for softball to lead the program within the Centennial Conference at NCAA Division III. You will oversee daily practices, travel, game prep, and off-season training while setting team rules and expectations.

You will recruit prospective student-athletes in line with NCAA/CC/college policies, supervise staff, and support student-athletes academically and athletically. Budget management and fundraising are essential to the role.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rules and techniques of the sport
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational, delegation and planning ability
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and Centennial Conference rules and regulations
• Experience with recruiting and fundraising

Responsibilities

• Prepare, schedule and organize daily practice sessions, travel schedules, game preparation for competition, and off-season training; devise team rules and expectations
• Organize and administer the recruiting of prospective student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, Centennial Conference, and Ursinus College policies and procedures
• Hire, organize, direct, and mentor the coaching staff to carry out the goals and objectives of the program; support all athletes, coaches and staff on and off the field
• Provide general advising, mentoring and support to student-athletes and work to ensure their academic progress and ongoing eligibility, keeping the College’s mission and values in mind
• Responsibly manage the allocated budget
• Coordinate fundraising activities and alumni engagement through the Office of Advancement related to your sport
• Engage in regular consultation with athletic training personnel to implement appropriate risk management strategies and maximize the safety and overall wellness of student-athletes
• Work collaboratively with the Compliance Officer in regards to adhering to all rules and regulations of the NCAA
• Field a team that will be as competitive as possible within the guidelines set by the NCAA, CC and Ursinus College
• Engage in ethical decision-making and outstanding sportsmanship; be mindful of representing Athletics in a professional/positive way
• Additional sport specific duties related to student-athlete and facility safety

Skills

Rule knowledge

Communication

Organization

NCAA rules & regs

Recruiting

Fundraising

Job description

The Head Coach is responsible for the administration and organization of a successful athletic program that competes in the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level.

Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities:

• Prepare, schedule and organize daily practice sessions, travel schedules, game preparation for competition, and off-season training; devise team rules and expectations
• Organize and administer the recruiting of prospective student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, Centennial Conference, and Ursinus College policies and procedures
• Hire, organize, direct, and mentor the coaching staff to carry out the goals and objectives of the program; support all athletes, coaches and staff on and off the field
• Provide general advising, mentoring and support to student-athletes and work to ensure their academic progress and ongoing eligibility, keeping the College’s mission and values in mind
• Responsibly manage the allocated budget
• Coordinate fundraising activities and alumni engagement through the Office of Advancement related to your sport
• Engage in regular consultation with athletic training personnel to implement appropriate risk management strategies and maximize the safety and overall wellness of student-athletes
• Work collaboratively with the Compliance Officer in regards to adhering to all rules and regulations of the NCAA
• Field a team that will be as competitive as possible within the guidelines set by the NCAA, CC and Ursinus College
• Engage in ethical decision-making and outstanding sportsmanship; be mindful of representing Athletics in a professional/positive way
• Additional sport specific duties related to student-athlete and facility safety

Execute all these responsibilities as head coach in a manner that reflects an ongoing commitment to the excellence, integrity and success of the softball program, the Department of Athletics, and Ursinus College.

Other Duties:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice. Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job.

Requirements and Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of rules and techniques of the sport
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational, delegation and planning ability
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and Centennial Conference rules and regulations
• Experience with recruiting and fundraising

Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an EEO employer. Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.

E-Verify:

Ursinus College participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. Employment is contingent upon completion of the Form I-9 and verification through E-Verify.

This position may be offered at a different title or level, depending on the background, qualifications, and experience of the candidate selected.