Women's Softball Assistant Coach

Position Description

The Women’s Softball Assistant Coach will assist with all aspects of the program and support the Head Coach both on and off the field. The Assistant Coach will work tirelessly to recruit, coach, teach, and form relationships with our student-athletes during their time on campus. Will also assist with planning prospective student-athlete’s campus visits. Ability to engage in fundraising opportunities both on and off campus for the betterment of the team and University.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of a JV program. Help the Head Coach maintain 28 student-athletes within the softball program
• Attend recruiting events in Fall, Spring and Summer. Recruit student athletes who embody Eastern’s core mission and values.
• Able to communicate well with peers and Head Coach.
• Assist in all aspects of coaching including practice planning, game film breakdown, holding individual skill sessions, etc.
• Assists with fundraising, road trips, spring break, prospective student athlete’s campus visits, official visit, and team bonding activities.
• Demonstrates commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy and the student-athlete experience.
• Ability to work together with members of the athletic department staff and the student athletes on campus.
• Creativity for our social media platforms.
• Perform a secondary responsibility as assigned by the Director of Athletics. (game management, facility oversight, etc)
• Embodies values of caring and compassion, justice and integrity, competence and affirmation.
• Seeks to treat each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity and respect seeking a spirit of unity and harmony as we join to achieve our common mission.
• Monitor and adhere to Eastern University, Title IX, NCAA and MAC policies, procedures and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree is required. Demonstrate knowledge in NCAA DIII rules along with the MAC Conference.
The ability, and desire, to work successfully within a team-oriented department environment is required. A commitment to the Division III philosophy of athletics, a working knowledge of NCAA rules, and a demonstrated ability to recruit, retain and mentor student-athletes is essential. Candidates must exhibit an understanding of, and support for, the University’s Christian Mission. Additional qualifications include excellent interpersonal and organization skills and an ability to effectively communicate the mission and vision of Eastern University and the Athletic Department to alumni and friends of the university