Posting Summary
Position Title
Head Coach, Softball
Job Category
Part-Time Staff
Salary Range
$ 9,500
Position Type
Seasonal
Department
Softball, Women's
Job Summary
- Recruitment:
- Identify potential student-athletes by attending showcases and high school games.
- Provide student-athletes with the basic education and training of the respective sport, teaching them maneuvers and plays relating to the position in which the player is assigned.
- Help students develop competitive nature, teach them about ethical behavior and good sportsmanship, and assist in the development of leadership skills.
- Setting up and calling offensive and defensive plays during games and managing subordinate coaches.
Qualifications - Education
High school diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Experience with competitive playing or coaching experience, college-level preferred. Prefer possession of coaching experience at the high school level or above.
Qualifications - Experience
Thorough understanding of modern coaching methods, designing game plans, and assigning student athletes to appropriate positions. Able to demonstrate effective recruitment techniques and assess talent of players being recruited.
Defensive driving course and 15-passenger van safety course required upon acceptance of position. Must be able to operate a 15-passenger van for away contests and, in some cases, home contests off-site. DMV and criminal history background check required. Must be in good standing according to the Morris County Risk Management Department.
Must have flexible schedule to be present at all practices, home and away games. Must hold current AED and CPR certification.
Work Hours
Position obligations expected to occur between February 1st – May 15th.
Non-traditional season September 1st – October 15th.