Softball Coach II: Assistant, Player Development & Travel

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University in Florida is seeking an Assistant Athletics Coach II, Softball to support recruitment, player development, and monitoring student-athletes\' academic performance. The role involves conducting practices, coordinating travel, coaching skills, and helping with game strategy, all while adhering to NCAA and ASUN rules.

The position requires strong communication, collaboration across staff, and willingness to travel nationally and internationally; evenings and weekends

Qualifications

• This position requires either five years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a related field and one year of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Experience coaching softball at the collegiate, high school, or elite club level, including instruction and skill development.
• Current American Red Cross CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain within three months of employment.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel throughout the country.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the recruitment and retention of student-athletes.
• Prepares and conducts practice sessions.
• Coordinates team travel arrangements and logistics.
• Teaches individual and group game skills and techniques.
• Assists with game strategy and position assignments
• Monitors academic progress and status of team members, implementing action plans when needed.
• Monitors and maintains discipline and conduct of athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Promotes the athletic program through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
• Complies with all University and ASUN Conference regulations, as well as all NCAA rules and regulations.
• Travels throughout the country and internationally as assigned.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Softball coaching

Recruiting

Game strategy

Player development

Communication

Team leadership

Adaptability

CPR certification

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University in Florida is seeking an Assistant Athletics Coach II, Softball to support recruitment, player development, and monitoring student-athletes\' academic performance. The role involves conducting practices, coordinating travel, coaching skills, and helping with game strategy, all while adhering to NCAA and ASUN rules.

The position requires strong communication, collaboration across staff, and willingness to travel nationally and internationally; evenings and weekends