Head Coach, Softball

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Please view this online overview for additional program information: This is GW Softball

Reporting to the Director of Athletics (or designee), the Head Coach, Softball oversees the Softball program is responsible for the following duties:

• Develops schedules for practice and competition, to include interfacing with both Department and University administrators.
• Manages clinics, exhibitions, and camps, as approved.
• Scouts and recruits student-athletes, to include monitoring on-campus visits of prospective students within University and NCAA guidelines.
• Plans and coordinates approved fund raising activities and operates within approved budget allocations.
• Represents the Department at professional, civic, charitable and alumni events.

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Please view this online overview for additional program information: This is GW Softball

Reporting to the Director of Athletics (or designee), the Head Coach, Softball oversees the Softball program is responsible for the following duties:

• Develops schedules for practice and competition, to include interfacing with both Department and University administrators.
• Manages clinics, exhibitions, and camps, as approved.
• Scouts and recruits student-athletes, to include monitoring on-campus visits of prospective students within University and NCAA guidelines.
• Plans and coordinates approved fund raising activities and operates within approved budget allocations.
• Represents the Department at professional, civic, charitable and alumni events.
• Monitors the conditioning and training of student-athletes, in conjunction with the Strength and Conditioning Coach and the Athletic Training Staff.
• Assists with the planning and administration of the off-season training program, as required.
• Coaches and trains student-athletes, to include evaluating their performance in both practice and competition and provides leadership and instruction in these areas.
• Participates in public relations activities, as approved, to include granting interviews with newspaper, radio and television media, attending press conferences and making public appearances.
• Counsels team members in academics, disciplinary and personal matters, to include consulting with the Academic Coordinators for Student-Athletes and other University administrators to resolve problems.
• Assists in monitoring both class and study hall attendance.
• Travels with the team and monitors the conduct of student-athletes.
• Maintains statistics.
• Monitors the condition of equipment and makes repairs or replacement, as necessary.

The position is based at GW’s Mount Vernon Campus in Washington, DC but will require significant domestic travel for games and events. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years of softball coaching experience preferred.
• Head coaching experience preferred.
• Coaching experience at the NCAA Division I level preferred.
• Demonstrated recruiting experience, administrative skills and knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Strong leadership, relationship-building, and communication skills.

Hiring Range

$63,661.38 - $110,643.96

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

| Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. | | College/School/Department: | Athletics and Recreation | | Family | Athletics | | Sub-Family | Coaching | | Stream | Management | | Level | Level 1 | | Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time | | Hours Per Week: | 40+ | | Work Schedule: | Work schedule varies. | | Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes | | Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person) | | Telework: | No | | Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search | | Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status | | Internal Applicants Only? | No | | Posting Number: | S013760 | | Job Open Date: | 06/17/2025 | | Job Close Date: | | | If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: | | | Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. | | EEO Statement: |

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Posting Specific Questions

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1. * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?

   • No
   • Yes

2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)?  (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)

   • Yes, IEP complete
   • No, still in IEP
   • N/a - not a current GW employee

3. * What is your salary range expectation?

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