Softball Assistant Coach (Temporary Part-time)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as the assistant softball coach by supporting the head softball coach with the daily operations of administrative tasks, recruiting, organization of practice, on field duties and responsibilities, camps and fundraising.
• Aid in the care, maintenance and organization of softball equipment used by the program and fulfill any other duties assigned by the head softball coach.
• Work closely with the head softball coach with planning and organizing travel arrangements for home and away games with hotels, buses, food orders, equipment and itineraries.
• Assist in the film breakdown, opponent scouting, and management of video software uploads.
• Present for all games, scrimmages, and designated practices.

Student-Athlete & Academic Management

• Monitor the progress of softball student-athletes including class attendance, academic performance, personal adjustment, and financial aid management.
• Coordinate and monitor student study, athletic tutoring, and classroom performance.
• Aid in the placement of student-athletes at the University level.
• To become familiar with Pellissippi State’s programs and software that support student-athlete development.

Student-Athlete Conduct

• Assist in reinforcing student conduct on the field of play.
• Avoidance of violations of the latest NJCAA rules and guidelines with a focus on sportsmanship.

Community Involvement

• Engage in the local women’s softball community.
• Promote the Pellissippi softball program in a positive manner in the local community.

Required Qualifications

• High-school graduate, associate's degree or bachelor's preferred, and other coaching qualifications.
• Experience in basketball coaching, and experience recruiting student-athletes preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to relate to a diverse faculty, staff and student population.
• Knowledge of women’s basketball coaching skills and strategies.
• Ability to monitor players both academically and athletically.
• Good public relations skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including some evening and weekend hours.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.
• Ability to engage in the college's mission and values.