JOB DESCRIPTION
- Provide leadership and direction to the Softball program; create a culture of compliance with NCAA rules and regulations as well as New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) and WPI university policies and procedures.
- Develop team and individual strategies to create an environment of success through effective teaching of technical and fundamental softball skills.
- Responsible for direct supervision of assistant coach(es), and any other personnel management duties as required to maintain a successful staff.
- Recruit prospective student-athletes committed to academic and athletic excellence; establish ways to ensure success for all team members academically, athletically, and socially.
- Maintain a strong connection with the WPI softball alumni group through communication and relationship development.
- Responsible for successfully managing the program's operating and fundraising budgets.
- Teach physical education courses and perform other administrative duties as assigned.
- Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 3 to 5 years of collegiate coaching experience.
Salary Grade (7): $60,000 to $70,000 (depending on experience)
Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Head-Coach-of-Softball-WPE-Instructor_R0003780
About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.
