Assistant Softball Coach

Job Description:

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for a part time Assistant Softball Coach (Pitching Coach).

Job Details:

• Location : F&M Campus - Lancaster, PA
• Classification : Full-time, Non-Exempt
• Schedule : To be determined by the supervisor
• Reports to : Head Softball Coach
• Department : Athletics & Recreation

Job Description:

The Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for providing effective support and assistance of the softball program. This position focuses on the development of student-athletes, prioritizing academic success, athletic excellence, and personal growth. The Assistant Coach is responsible for on-court/field coaching, recruitment, compliance monitoring, and administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Essential Functions:

• Provide instruction, mentoring, coaching, evaluation and guidance to student-athletes. Determine appropriate coaching methods and strategies in consultation with the Head Coach.
• Provide assistance in scheduling and organizing games & meets. Develop and communicate practice schedules.
• Facilitate the implementation and maintenance of a standard of performance consistent with the College's goals of academic and athletic excellence. Promote academic achievement among athletes.
• Assist in coordination and logistics of official and unofficial campus visits by prospective student athletes. Maintain communications with parents and students as directed by the Head Coach.
• Assure facilities and equipment are prepared in advance of practice sessions and games/meets/matches. Report & monitor proper maintenance of equipment and practice and contest facilities to ensure safe playing conditions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience coaching softball programs with specific pitching coach experience.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
• Current CPR, AED, and first aid certification required.
• Must pass the NCAA Division III Coaches Test.
• Ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
• Evidence of a commitment to community and belonging.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.
• This position works with minors (non F&M students under the age of 18) please review the link below that includes information regarding the protection of minors. Click HERE.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.

Part-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff enjoy access to all College facilities, including dining venues to suit all tastes, free access to recreation and fitness facilities for the employee dependent family members, free access to College libraries, plus free or reduced access to most College performances, lectures, and events, on-site professional development workshops, and health and wellness activities. Discounts are available on Lancaster YMCA memberships, long-term care insurance, and the campus bookstore. Medical benefits are not available to part-time employees.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.



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