Assistant Softball Coach

Department

CSL ATH: Softball

About the Department

The University of Chicago is one of the nation's leading institutions of higher education and research. Campus and Student Life (CSL) is comprised of 20 departments that serve the University's 15,000 college, graduate, and professional school students, as well as the campus community more broadly. CSL is importantly charged with the dual task of supporting all students in the University, graduate and undergraduate, and managing multiple campus departments and services that serve the entire campus community. CSL's programs and services focus on supporting student academic success, providing opportunities for personal growth and leadership development, developing community and engagement through the residential housing and dining program, and in areas such as artistic expression, community service, spiritual exploration, and athletic competition.

The University of Chicago community includes approximately 5,600 undergraduates and 10,000 graduate, professional, and other students and there are over 300 recognized student organizations working together to create a vibrant and dynamic student life. The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

The Assistant Softball Coach assists the Head Coach in all aspects of running an NCAA Division III Softball program by teaching and coaching student athletes, recruiting highly selective high school prospective student-athletes, developing and implementing game strategies, and leading physical training and practice organization.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the head coach, assists with teaching, coaching, and mentoring student-athletes, recruiting qualified prospects, logistical planning of practice and competition, developing and implementing strategies.

• Comply with University, NCAA, and UAA expectations, standards, and regulations. 

• Teach relevant skills to student-athletes during training and competition.

• Evaluate the performance of the team and individuals to instruct and advise on technical, strategic, and mental development.

• Serve on departmental committees. Represent the University of Chicago in professional, alumni, and civic functions.

• Direct the work of student workers and volunteer assistant coaches.

• Extensive domestic travel required.

• Secondary departmental responsibilities will be assigned by the athletic director.

• Other duties as assigned by the head coach.

• Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent-student staffings.

• Helps staff to plan and execute events.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in softball.

Certifications:

• CPR/First Aid certification (may be fulfilled upon employment).

• Driver's License.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Proficient computer skills.

• Microsoft Office Suite, etc.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge of the sport and its rules.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.

• Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy.

• Embracing and understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion on teams and at the University.