Assistant Coach 1 - Softball

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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

20121561Staff

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

20121561Staff

Working Title

Assistant Coach 1 - Softball

Pay Rate

Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience.

Employment Category

Administrative/Professional

Regular/Temporary

Regular

If temporary, list duration

Type of Appointment

Fiscal

Contract Period

12 month

Position Summary Information

| Position Summary |
The Assistant Softball Coach reports to the Head Softball Coach and is responsible for assisting the Head Coach in carrying out all activities necessary to accomplish the objectives of this sport within the guidelines of the NCAA, Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN), and the University.

Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 166,000 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN. | | Primary Duties and Responsibilities |
-Coordinate activities through the Head Softball Coach.
-Assist Head Coach in recruiting, instructing and retaining highly skilled student-athletes for the softball team.
-Provide instruction to softball student-athletes on the fundamentals, details and strategies of softball as assigned by the Head Coach.
-Adhere to all policies and regulations of the Director of Athletics, University, ASUN and NCAA.
-Assist with the marketing and promotion of softball.
-Counsel student athletes in sport participation, personal development and academics.
-Work with the Admissions Office to enroll student-athletes.
-Assist Admissions Office in recruiting on a limited basis.
-Assist in monitoring student-athlete’s academic progress.
-Responsible for maintenance of playing and practice softball fields.
-In consultation with University Advancement and the Athletic Director, assist in fundraising in both softball and with major fund raisers in the Athletic Department.
-Assist Head Coach in developing game strategies.
-Assist in maintenance of softball field and practice areas.
-Perform other job-related duties as assigned. | | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
-Ability to effectively teach fundamentals, position details and strategies of softball during preparation and practice sessions.
-Ability to motivate individuals and the team successfully.
-Ability to travel and recruit student athletes.
-Ability to learn and comply with all policies and regulations of the University, ASUN and NCAA.
-Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately.
-Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
-Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community and the public.
-Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
-Ability to achieve certification to drive student-athletes to team athletic events.
-Ability to scout opponents. | | Physical Requirements |
-Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. | | Required Minimum Qualifications |
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
-Playing or coaching experience at the college, university or professional level.
-Valid driver’s license.
-A proven record of integrity, high principles and demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student athletes academically and athletically.
-A background check will be required of the successful applicant. |

Posting Detail Information

| Open Date | 06/06/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
An official transcript will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. You will not be able to modify your application after it has been submitted. |

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree or higher?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Have you demonstrated successful experience in playing and/or coaching at the collegiate, university or professional level? If yes, please ensure that this experience is clearly indicated on your application.

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Unofficial Transcript 3. Letter of Recommendation 1 4. Letter of Recommendation 2 5. Letter of Recommendation 3 6. Other Document