Assistant Softball Coach - Athletics

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Assistant Softball Coach

JOB SUMMARY 

The Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Softball Coach with developing and administering a highly competitive softball program; abiding by University, Lone Star Conference and NCAA rules and regulations; and along with all other Athletics personnel, working towards achieving the objectives of Intercollegiate Athletics. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Head Softball Coach 

Supervises:     Graduate Assistants and Student Assistants 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Assists the head coach in managing and directing the softball program.

• Assists the head softball coach with all aspects of the team including training, competing and scheduling.

• Organizes and maintains accurate inventory of softball equipment and uniforms.

• Assists with the maintenance of the softball field and facility.

• Coordinates travel arrangements.

• Organizes and completes all required paperwork including but not limited to Payment by Check Requests for officials and Compliance forms such as weekly time logs.

• Assists the administration with alumni relations and scholarship fundraising.

• Assists with recruiting including calling prospective student-athletes, evaluating high school and junior college players, and maintaining an accurate records and database on the NCAA’s Compliance Assistant program.

• Supports and participates in the department’s commitment to community service.

• Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the University, the Lone Star Conference and the NCAA with the utmost integrity.

• Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletics department, attends department meetings and activities, and always represents the University positively when interacting with the community, alumni, high school and club coaches, media and general public.

• Completes other assigned administrative duties.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Attends seminars, conferences and other professional development opportunities.

• Coordinates facility needs of visiting teams.

• Implements Intercollegiate Athletics’ strategic plan as part of the Division of Student Life’s strategic plan.

• Collaborates with other entities on campus.

• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION 

Bachelor’s degree required.  Master’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Two years minimum as a Graduate Assistant, Assistant Coach or Head Coach in junior college or a four-year institution required. NCAA experience preferred.

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.  

Current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use is preferred at the time of hire and will be required prior to participation in any countable athletically related activities as defined by the NCAA. 

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Ability to recruit, coach and teach highly talented student-athletes.

• Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the university, the Lone Star Conference and the NCAA.

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