Assistant Softball Coach

Franklin & Marshall College

Lancaster, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Athletics, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, CPR Certification, Coaching, Consulting, Contact Management, Defibrillator, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, First Aid, Fitness, Funding, High School Diploma, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Insurance, Leadership, Long-Term Care, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Recreation, Recruiting Strategy, Reference Verification, Softball, Staff Requirements, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Lancaster, PA
POSTED
Today
Job Description:

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for a part-time Assistant Softball Coach.

Job Details:
  • Location: F&M Campus - Lancaster, PA
  • Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
  • Schedule: Schedules varies. To be determined by the supervisor.
  • Reports to: Head Softball Coach
  • Department: Athletics & Recreation
Job Description:

The Assistant Cross Country Coach is responsible for providing effective support and assistance of the softball program. This position focuses on the development of student-athletes, prioritizing academic success, athletic excellence, and personal growth. The Assistant Coach is responsible for on-court/field coaching, recruitment, compliance monitoring, and administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Essential Functions:
  • Provides instruction, mentoring, coaching, evaluation of, and guidance to student-athletes to allow them to develop their athletic skills and abilities to maximum potential. Determines appropriate coaching methods and strategies in consultation with the Director of Athletics & Recreation. Provides effective leadership, mentoring and supervision to Assistant Coaches. Provides assistance in scheduling and organizing games & meets. Develops and communicates practice schedules.
  • Implements and maintains a standard of performance consistent with the College's goals of academic and athletic excellence. Promotes academic achievement among athletes. Consults with and works collaboratively with the Athletic Director and the Associate Director of Student-Athlete Health and Welfare regarding the academic performance of student-athletes as appropriate.
  • Assist the Head Coach with managing the program within budgetary guidelines to avoid exceeding budgetary limits. Submits all budget-related reports as required in a timely manner. Advises the Head Coach of resource needs, including funding needs and staffing needs. Assists Head Coach in formulating annual budget requests as necessary.
  • Assure facilities and equipment are prepared in advance of practice sessions and games/meets/matches. Report & monitor proper maintenance of equipment and practice and contest facilities to ensure safe playing conditions. Recruiting coordinator with head coach in developing and implementing internal recruiting strategies and programs to identify and attract promising student-athletes; maintains contact with promising athletes and provides prompt follow-up to inquiries from potential athletes.
  • All other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • At least 1 year of relevant coaching experience with softball programs.
  • CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications.
  • Must pass the NCAA Division III Coaches test.
  • Large Van certification within 90 days of hire.
  • Ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
  • Valid Driver's license.
  • This position works with minors (non F&M students under the age of 18) please review the link below that includes information regarding the protection of minors. Click HERE.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.

Part-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff enjoy access to all College facilities, including dining venues to suit all tastes, free access to recreation and fitness facilities for the employee dependent family members, free access to College libraries, plus free or reduced access to most College performances, lectures, and events, on-site professional development workshops, and health and wellness activities. Discounts are available on Lancaster YMCA memberships, long-term care insurance, and the campus bookstore. Medical benefits are not available to part-time employees.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.

Application Instructions:

All submitted materials must be submitted via this online process. We regret we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted via mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please ensure that you provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating that your application materials have been received. Individuals who need accommodations due to a disability in order to submit an application or attend an employment interview should contact Human Resources at (717) 358-3996.

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