Assists head coach in organizing, preparing, and conducting
individual and team training and match competition.
Assists in the identification and recruitment of potential
student-athletes for the Emerson intercollegiate sports program, in
accordance with NCAA rules, regulations, guidelines, and
standards.
Leads, monitors, and coordinates training and practice
sessions, ensuring that all appropriate safety guidelines and
standards are maintained.
Provides day-to-day guidance, assistance, and support to other
assistant coaches on coaching training sessions and techniques of
individual players.
Aids in the coordination and administration of the overall
program, as required.
Represents Emerson College and the athletic department at
various institutional programs and externally to the media,
students, parents, and the general public.
Assists with coaching strategies and teaching methods to
develop players technical ability and team tactical solutions.
Analyzes the performance of our team, individual players and
our opponents.
Provides leadership and instruction to improve the team and the
individual player.
Mentors student-athletes to foster athletic, academic,
emotional and social growth.
Monitors the progress of prospective players during the
application process.
Assists in coordinating and organizing potential player
on-campus visits.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or
preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform
job.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- A minimum of 2 years of coaching experience at the
post-secondary level and/or professional competitive
experience
- A valid driver's license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative,
but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities
commonly associated with the job.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical skills and tactical
strategy and the ability to effectively teach them and communicate
with players.
- Working knowledge of NCAA and NEWMAC rules and an understanding
of the philosophy behind them.
- The coach must be self-directed, motivated and able to work
independently and under pressure.
- Commitment to being a positive member of the Athletics
Department, the College community and the ability to influence the
athletes to do the same.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the
performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands
described below are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods
- Ability to concentrate for short and long periods of time
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions
commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this
job.
- Willingness to travel, work nights and weekends is a must.
- Warm up team on match day to play competitively
- Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or
implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the
employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to
follow other job-related instructions and to perform other
job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state
and federal laws. Certain job duties described herein may be
subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable
state and federal laws.
Grade of Position: 23-03NE
Employment Category: Casual (Fixed Term)
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 18.00
In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed
to the health and well-being of our employees and family members.
We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to
work 20+ hours per week.
Emerson Employment
Categories influence work schedules, benefits eligibility,
and time off policies. Benefits include outstanding health plans
with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous
time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9%
employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits, such as
life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings, are
available.
Please refer to our
benefits
website for a full list of benefits and eligibility
requirements.
To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Primary-Assistant-Softball-Coach_JR009346
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