FT Assistant Softball Coach

POSITION: Assistant Softball Coach (full time)

DEPARTMENT: Athletics Department

POSITION REPORTS TO: Head Coach/Women’s Softball

OVERVIEW:

Manhattan College an NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro-Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), is seeking a qualified candidate for a 12 month, full-time position as Assistant Coach for the Women’s Softball Program to recruit, develop and retain qualified student-athletes and assist in all aspects of conducting the program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in identifying and recruiting prospective student-athletes.

• Assists with preparation of practice and competition including scouting duties.


• Assists with the planning of road trips, team meals and travel itinerary.


• Organizes recruiting visits and itineraries.


• Responsible to use ARMS software to maintain and update activities regarding the program.


• Assists with budget planning for the program.


• Responsible for checking on academic progress of team members.


• Attends regularly scheduled department meetings.


• Responsible for the care and maintenance of sport equipment.


• Collaborates with administrative offices and other campus constituents.


• Maintains a professional relationship with student-athletes, colleagues and administrators.


• Assists with fundraising activities for the program and enhance alumni relations for the program.


• Willingness to accept other duties for the program as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.


• Minimum of 3-5 years of coaching experience at the Division I level.


• Assertive, motivated, outgoing and resourceful with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor while working in a fast-paced environment.


• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent organizational skills.


• Thorough knowledge of all NCAA, MAAC and institutional governing conduct of intercollegiate athletics.


• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with campus constituents.


• Possess a valid driver’s license.


• Required to travel and work nights, weekends and some holidays.

Manhattan College is an independent Catholic coeducational institution in the Lasallian tradition. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V