Position Title: Junior Varsity (JV) Softball Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director and Varsity Softball Head Coach
Terms of Employment: Seasonal/Stipend Position
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Junior Varsity Softball Coach is responsible for supporting the mission of Bradshaw Mountain High School Athletics by providing student-athletes with a positive, educational, and competitive athletic experience. The coach will develop student-athletes' softball skills, sportsmanship, character, teamwork, accountability, and leadership while preparing them for success at the varsity level.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Program Leadership
- Plan, organize, and supervise all JV softball practices, contests, and team activities.
- Teach fundamental softball skills, game strategies, conditioning, and sportsmanship
- Foster a positive team culture built on commitment, respect, accountability, and character
- Promote the philosophy and values of Bradshaw Mountain High School Athletics
- Work collaboratively with the Varsity Softball Coach to ensure program alignment and athlete development
- Student-Athlete Development
- Encourage academic achievement and monitor athlete eligibility
- Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes on and off the field
- Promote leadership, teamwork, discipline, and good citizenship
- Support the physical, emotional, and social development of student-athletes
- Reinforce school and district expectations regarding conduct and sportsmanship
Program Operations
- Attend all practices, games, meetings, and required athletic department functions
- Ensure compliance with Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA), Humboldt Unified School District, and Bradshaw Mountain High School policies and procedures
- Assist with inventory, care, distribution, and collection of equipment and uniforms
- Maintain accurate rosters and communicate program needs to the Athletic Director
- Ensure proper supervision of student-athletes before, during, and after practices, competitions, and travel
- Communication and Community Relations
- Establish positive relationships with athletes, parents, staff, officials, and community members
- Communicate team expectations, schedules, and program information effectively and professionally
- Represent Bradshaw Mountain High School and Bear Nation in a positive manner at all times
- Support youth softball programs and efforts to strengthen the softball pipeline within the community.
Safety and Compliance
- Prioritize student-athlete safety at all times
- Follow district emergency procedures and injury-reporting protocols
- Ensure athletes meet all participation and eligibility requirements prior to competition
- Maintain required coaching certifications and trainings.
Qualifications
- Previous softball coaching and/or playing experience preferred
- Knowledge of softball fundamentals, rules, and strategies
- Ability to organize, supervise, and motivate student-athletes
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, staff, parents, and administration
- Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain)
- Current CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
- Completion of all district, AIA, and NFHS-required coaching certifications and trainings.
Working Conditions
- Frequent outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Ability to stand, walk, demonstrate athletic skills, and supervise activities for extended periods
- Evening, weekend, and holiday commitments during the athletic season
- Travel required for away contests and team events