Assistant Coach, Softball

Georgia Tech

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Alumni Relations, Analysis Skills, Athletics, Background Investigation, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Credit Reports, Customer Support/Service, Database Technology, Detail Oriented, Donor Development, Donor Relations, Driver's License, Employee Retention, Entrepreneurship, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Federal Laws and Regulations, Film, Financial Management, Financial Regulations, Follow Through, Fundraising, Genetics, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory Testing, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Military, Multitasking, NCAA Regulations, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Promotional Programs, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Softball, Sports, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Travel Planning, University/School Policies, University/School Regulations, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Atlanta, GA

POSTED

Today

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 over 50,000 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

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) 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 assisting in all aspects of running a Division I Softball program including, but not limited to game preparation, teaching and coaching; practices and player conditioning; recruitment and retention of student-athletes; program administration; academic integrity; and donor and alumni public relations and youth programs. In addition, the assistant coach is responsible for abiding by all governing rules and regulations of KSU, USG, NCAA, and the conference to ensure departmental compliance.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: -
1. Assists with creation and implementation of effective match, practice, and conditioning plans for the student-athletes
2. Works with Head Coach to develop effective drills and strategies for player improvement and assist and/or monitor strength and conditioning programs as needed
3. Provides hitting development and instruction on an individual and team basis, utilizes hitting technology to develop individual hitters and throws live arm batting practice
4. Assists with recruitment of the best student-athlete within the admissions, financial and regulatory standards and policies established by the KSU,CUSA and NCAA
5. Maintains a comprehensive recruiting database system, assists with the identification of potential student-athletes, and arranges and prepares on-campus visits
6. Assists with administrative responsibilities of the Softball program in an efficient and responsible manner
7. Ensures fiscal responsibility by adhering to the program's budget within KSU and KSUAA guidelines
8. Assists in the monitoring and verification of program related expenditures, revenues and travel arrangements and finances
9. Works with various areas of the department (equipment room, facilities, etc.) to ensure proper communication of schedules and other needs
10. Assists external relations and development staff with program and department promotion and events
11. Assists media relations with media related requests
12. Assists ticket operations and game day managers with fan experience opportunities
13. Assists development with donor and alumni relations that may include fundraisers and special events
14. Abides by all conference, department, university, and NCAA regulations and assist to ensure departmental compliance
15. Attends all compliance seminars and reviews

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Associate's degree from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Current CPR Certification

Required Experience
Two (2) years relevant experience coaching in a post-secondary level program, professional athlete, professional tour participant or professional coach in a related sports program

Preferred Qualifications

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

Preferred Experience
Experience coaching in one or more of the following areas; hitting, pitching, or defense
Experience working with technology as it pertains to video analysis, film breakdown, player evaluation, and performance development
Previous coaching experience at the collegiate or professional level

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $48,000 per year. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit-

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to work in a diverse work environment and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with athletes, coaches, staff. administrators, alumni, and the public
Able to organize and manage all facets of the program including recruiting, scouting, individual instruction, budget planning, monitoring academic progress and success of student-athletes, and general day to day operations
Able to lead and work independently as well as within a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches and athletic and university administration
Able to work flexible schedule, including early mornings, afternoons, evening, and weekends, as needed
Travel required
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Possesses a thorough knowledge of and commitment to compliance with all NCAA, conference, State of Georgia and university policies, rules, and regulations
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the sport of softball required
Knowledge of effective coaching techniques and best practices

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
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 25 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 .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

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 does have any 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 will travel 25%-49% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

Credit Report
Standard Enhanced
Education
MVR
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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Georgia Tech

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