Lead Softball Coach & WPE Instructor

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester (MA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester is seeking a Head Coach of Softball and WPE Instructor to lead the NCAA Division III softball program and provide an educational environment that supports student-athlete development. Responsibilities include recruiting, budget management, supervising assistants, teaching physical education courses, and ensuring compliance with NCAA, NEWMAC, and university policies.

Salary ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
3 to 5 years of collegiate coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to the Softball program; create a culture of compliance with NCAA rules and regulations as well as NEWMAC and WPI university policies and procedures.
Develop team and individual strategies to create an environment of success through effective teaching of technical and fundamental softball skills.
Responsible for direct supervision of assistant coach(es), and any other personnel management duties as required to maintain a successful staff.
Recruit prospective student-athletes committed to academic and athletic excellence; establish ways to ensure success for all team members academically, athletically, and socially.
Maintain a strong connection with the WPI softball alumni group through communication and relationship development.
Responsible for successfully managing the program's operating and fundraising budgets.
Teach physical education courses and perform other administrative duties as assigned.
Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.