Head Coach, Softball

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.  Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing leadership, vision, and strategic direction for a competitive NCAA Division I softball program. Plays a critical role in supporting the academic achievement, athletic performance, and personal development of student-athletes. Oversees all facets of the program, including talent identification and recruitment, practice and game planning, compliance with NCAA regulations, budget and resource management, and supervision of assistant coaches and support staff.

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.  Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing leadership, vision, and strategic direction for a competitive NCAA Division I softball program. Plays a critical role in supporting the academic achievement, athletic performance, and personal development of student-athletes. Oversees all facets of the program, including talent identification and recruitment, practice and game planning, compliance with NCAA regulations, budget and resource management, and supervision of assistant coaches and support staff.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
1. Plans and directs the activities of the athletic team
2. Provides leadership and strategic direction for the development and success of a nationally competitive NCAA Division I softball program at Kennesaw State University
3. Oversees all aspects of program operations, including student-athlete recruitment, training, coaching, and competition planning
4. Manages the program's operating budget, including purchasing equipment and uniforms, scheduling games, and practices, and ensuring efficient use of resources
5. Ensures academic achievement, retention, and graduation of all student-athletes on the roster by working collaboratively with academic support staff and monitoring individual progress
6. Maintains responsibility for fostering an environment that supports the academic and athletic development of student-athletes
7. Prepares student-athletes physically, mentally, and emotionally to compete for conference championships and post-season competition
8. Supervises and evaluates assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and other support staff as permitted by NCAA and university guidelines
9. Organizes and leads structured practices and game-day coaching using sound and current coaching techniques to maximize team and individual performance
10. Serves as a visible leader and active participant in department-wide priorities, strategic planning, and university-wide initiatives
11. Promotes the program through effective public relations efforts, community outreach, alumni engagement, and fundraising activities
12. Ensures full compliance with all NCAA, conference, State of Georgia, and university rules, regulations, and policies, and reports any violations appropriately
13. Represents the university and softball program at required university functions, athletics department events, donor engagements, and other institutional activities

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's from an accredited institution of higher education

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Current, and valid CPR/AED certification

Required Experience
Four (4) years collegiate and/or professional coaching experience with previous experience in a supervisory role

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience
Previous coaching experience in a NCAA Division I level program

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to effectively recruit, develop, and motivate student-athletes to achieve high levels of athletic performance and academic success
Able to build and maintain positive, professional relationships with student-athletes, coaches, university faculty and staff, alumni, and the broader community
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive knowledge of softball coaching techniques, training strategies, and competitive play at the collegiate level
Strong understanding and demonstrated application of NCAA rules, regulations, and compliance standards
Proven track record of success in coaching within an intercollegiate athletics program, preferably at the NCAA Division I level

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Skilled in representing the softball program and athletic department in public relations, media appearances, and fundraising activities
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Evidence of successful recruitment of student-athletes
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 50% - 74% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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