Assistant Coach-Softball

Davenport University

Grand Rapids, MI

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SKILLS

Athletics, Coaching, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Reference Verification, Regulations, Softball, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Grand Rapids, MI

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Assistant Coach-Softball

Assistant Coach -Softball

STATUS: Contract

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, W.A. Lettinga Campus

REPORTS TO: Head Coach

Pay: $1000

SUMMARY:

This position has responsibilities that include assistant coaching, practice planning, and recruitment. These responsibilities are performed in an ethical manner consistent with the University's mission, and values which include diversity, equity, and inclusion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Head Coach in providing instruction to student-athletes regarding the specific skills needed to play the sport, to build and inspire great teamwork, and for their character development.
• Assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of inter-collegiate games and practices.
• Assist the head coach in building a cohesive and competitive program.
• Assist supervisor in the monitoring of the student-athletes academic performance.
• Abide by the rules and regulations of the league in which you will be competing.
• Understand and abide by universal standards of confidentiality and ethical decision-making.
• Responsible for assisting the head coach with recruiting of student-athletes.
• Responsible for taking a leadership role in the athletic program.
• Assist the Athletic Department in athletic issues as needed.
• Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC, and national affiliations associated with athletics or other role-specific regulations
• Provides GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.
• Demonstrate and promote the University's Cultural Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation including but not limited to: standard criminal background checks and employment reference checks. Select positions may be subject to drug/alcohol screening.
• Minimum one to three years of advanced coaching experience. College coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong service-oriented skills and the ability to have an exceptional customer service attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation, and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, both written and oral which transcend diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the University.
• Must be able to work an irregular schedule, evenings or Sat

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Davenport University

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