Head Softball Coach

Head Softball Coach Job no: 999946 Work type: Staff/Unclassified Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH Categories: Full-time Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH Basic Function: To provide leadership for the intercollegiate softball program; to administer and promote the program within the university mission. Reports to Athletic Director. Duties / Essential Functions Provide leadership for the softball team; establish coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student athletes – skills and teamwork; analyze team performance and adjust strategies as needed. Oversee recruitment of student athletes. Develop policies and procedures for student athletes and coaches. Administer program budget, analyze funding needs, and plan fundraising activities to subsidize the athletic program. Develop strategies to foster athletic and academic progress of student athletes; counsel and advise student athletes with personal or academic problems. May perform marketing or public relations duties to promote the program. Leadership of a small department, unit, or major function and/or direct supervision over administrative/professional employees. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in relevant field; four years progressively responsible experience in coaching softball. Knowledge National Collegiate Athletics Association and Mid-American Conference rules and regulations Skill Public relations Training or instructing student athletes Interpersonal communication Ability Manage a budget and raise funds Analyze situations and develop solutions Travel Work non-traditional hours Provide leadership and direction Preferred Qualifications Master's degree preferred. Assessments Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments. Working Conditions / Physical Requirements Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building and off-campus frequently. Disclaimer The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kent State