Graduate Assistant Softball Coach

About the role

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

This position is designed to give the qualified candidate hands-on experience with all facets of an intercollegiate softball program. This is a two-year position with the expectation of successful graduation from Carroll University with a Master's Degree. This position is supervised by the Head Softball Coach.

Responsibilities

• Assist head softball coach in practice sessions and game preparation.
• Ability to instruct and coach softball.
• Recruitment of new quality students/athletes for the softball program.
• Assist in strength and conditioning coordinator with implementation of both in-season and out-of-season programs.
• Follow all rules and guidelines set forth by Carroll University, the athletics department policies, and NCAA and CCIW (College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin) Bylaws and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Qualifications

• Maintain full-time status in an eligible Carroll University graduate program.
• Additional approval is required for entrance in graduate programs outside of Education.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Previous experience in coaching preferred.
• Participation in college-level softball preferred.

Human Relations Skills

• Ability to function effectively as a team player within the program and athletics department.
• Ability to conduct self in a productive, professional manner at all times, representing Carroll University at the highest level as a role model and mentor for our student athletes.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel, and related computer applications vital to organizational skills that ensure success in our program.
• Excellent communication skills as they relate to recruiting, working with parents, alumni, and current student athletes.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.

Special Requirements

• Must have a valid motor vehicle license and be insurable under the University's insurance plan.