Softball Assistant Coach - Part-Time

Penn State University; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Scranton is seeking a Part Time Assistant Softball Coach to support practice preparation, player development, and game day coaching under the head coach. Responsibilities include recruiting and supervising players; adherence to PSUAC, USCAA and NCAA Division III rules; position requires driving to events and compliance with background checks.

Applicants should have coaching experience in softball and a commitment to the program's values and academic focus.

Qualifications

• Previous softball coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to develop players and coordinate practices.
• Recruiting responsibilities within the program.

Responsibilities

• Practice preparation and player development.
• Game day coaching and strategy support.
• Recruiting and evaluating prospective athletes.
• Supervising players under head coach and ensuring compliance with policies.

Skills

Coaching experience

Player development

Recruiting

Team leadership

Job description

## Softball Assistant Coach - Part-TimeApplylocations: Penn State Scrantontime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000080650# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Penn State Scranton, a member of the Penn State University Athletic Conference, is accepting applications for a **Part Time Assistant Softball Coach** within the Department of Athletics.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:* Practice preparation* Player development* Game day coaching* Recruiting* Supervising both player personnel under the head coach* Additionally, the Assistant Coach must be well versed in the sport of softball with previous coaching experience preferred. Hours are primarily in-season with a requirement for recruiting in the off-seasonThis position requires strict adherence to PSUAC, USCAA and NCAA Division III rules. All applications, cover letters and resumes must be submitted electronically. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position if filled. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.