Head Softball Coach

University of Maine at Fort Kent; Maine; On-site; USD 40,770 - 49,831; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition waiver

Job summary

University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking a Head Softball Coach in its athletics department. The role oversees daily operations, coaches intercollegiate softball, and recruits within USCAA rules.

The position requires travel and evenings, weekends, and holidays, with mentorship from the Athletic Director to build a competitive program. The coach will plan practices, manage travel, equipment, and academic eligibility, and collaborate with Admissions, Media Relations, and the Sports Information

Qualifications

• Prior related coaching experience.
• Knowledge of rules and statistics.
• Familiarity with NCAA/NAIA/USCAA standards, rules, and procedures.
• Ability to deal with a wide variety of people in a courteous, tactful and efficient manner.
• Skills, detailed-oriented, and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coaches intercollegiate Softball.
• Collaborates with the Admissions Department and Recruiting Coordinator in recruiting student athletes
• Plans, arranges, and directs team practices, travel, and competitions
• Mentor, advise and track academic eligibility regulations for student athletes
• Manages the care of team equipment, uniforms and training gear
• Assists with transportation by driving team vehicles
• Work closely with Athletic Trainer for student/athletes' care and prevention of injuries
• Arrange competitive game schedule within budget limits
• To represent the University at professional meetings and other special or public events.
• To function as a member of the University Community by accepting special and committee assignments as may be requested by supervisor, and
• To assist in developing alumni athletic events, community relationships, and fund-raising opportunities
• To collaborate with the Sports Information Director and Media Relations office in the preparation of press releases, and the arrangement of media coverage for athletic events, and ensure that the appropriate media is informed of the results of all athletic events.
• Maintain a roster of 15 to 18.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Secondary Responsibilities: To be determined by departmental and institutional needs, as well as the professional background of the successful candidate.

Skills

Coaching

Rules knowledge

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

• Locations 23 University Drive, Fort Kent, ME, 04743, US (On-site)
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Business Unit University of Maine at Fort Kent
• Grade Professional Salaried grade 01
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Department UMFK Varsity Athletics M/W
• Bargaining Unit Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA)

Job Description

Statement of the job
UMFK is seeking to hire a Head Softball Coach in its athletics department. The Head Softball Coach oversees the day-to-day operations of the program.
They will coach intercollegiate Softball, recruit as permitted by USCAA rules, conduct on-the-field teaching and coaching. This position requires frequent travel, work in the evenings, on weekends and holidays. This position will also include secondary responsibilities in athletics to service the athletic program and the University. This will be determined by the area of departmental need and the related background of the successful candidate to service the institution in this administrative capacity. Brief statement of the job and a description of the department.The Head Softball Coach will receive mentorship and support from the Athletic Director, including guidance in recruiting, program development, and leadership growth. This collaborative support is designed to help the coach build a successful program while continuing to develop as a leader.
Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the starting salary is $45,301 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits (Benefits-UMPSA ) include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

• Coaches intercollegiate Softball.
• Collaborates with the Admissions Department and Recruiting Coordinator in recruiting student athletes
• Plans, arranges, and directs team practices, travel, and competitions
• Mentor, advise and track academic eligibility regulations for student athletes
• Manages the care of team equipment, uniforms and training gear
• Assists with transportation by driving team vehicles
• Work closely with Athletic Trainer for student/athletes' care and prevention of injuries
• Arrange competitive game schedule within budget limits
• To represent the University at professional meetings and other special or public events.
• To function as a member of the University Community by accepting special and committee assignments as may be requested by supervisor, and
• To assist in developing alumni athletic events, community relationships, and fund-raising opportunities
• To collaborate with the Sports Information Director and Media Relations office in the preparation of press releases, and the arrangement of media coverage for athletic events, and ensure that the appropriate media is informed of the results of all athletic events.
• Maintain a roster of 15 to 18.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Secondary Responsibilities: To be determined by departmental and institutional needs, as well as the professional background of the successful candidate.

Duties could include:

• Sports Information and Media Publications
• Athletic Compliance and Department Operations
• Intramural and Recreation Programs
• Game Day Management and Transportation services
• Sports Center Management
• Other university duties

Qualifications:

• Prior related coaching experience
• Knowledge of rules and statistics
• Familiarity with NCAA/NAIA/USCAA standards, rules, and procedures
• Ability to deal with a wide variety of people in a courteous, tactful and efficient manner, organization
• Skills, detailed-oriented, and ability to meet tight deadlines

Preferred:

• Previous collegiate softball playing experience
• Previous college coaching experience
• Athletic administrative experience

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background checks are required.

About the University
Located on the northernmost border of Maine, the University of Maine at Fort Kent is a career-focused campus offering relevant, experiential, academic programs and services with personalized attention. UMFK’s diverse student population enjoys the opportunity to live and learn in a beautiful, natural setting and a caring, friendly atmosphere where they thrive as engaged members of the community.
Our vision is that UMFK will transform students into professionals who have the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to meet the evolving demands of a modern workforce.
Taught by full-time faculty, our average class size is 16 students to one faculty member. Our students come to us from throughout the United States as well as approximately 30 countries.
The great outdoor environment of the St. John Valley and forests of New England provide UMFK with abundant resources for learning and research, as well as easy access to the joys of outdoor sports and nature activities. The University and surrounding communities also play important roles in preserving, cultivating, and celebrating the Franco-American/Acadian culture in the St. John Valley and housing one of two Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes in the nation. UMFK is the only institution in the United States located at the center of the French culture of northern Maine, eastern New Brunswick, and western Québec, offering opportunities for students to study and live in a bilingual region. The surrounding town of Fort Kent is a welcoming town of approximately 3,800 people who are active in various festivals, community gatherings, and civic work. UMFK is embedded near the center of town allowing easy access to amenities and the community at large.
UMFK ranks among the top tier of all northern colleges for the tenth consecutive year, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2021 rankings. For the past 15 years, UMFK has been repeatedly selected as one of the outstanding colleges and universities that The Princeton Review recommends to college applicants in its print and online editions.

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About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.