Assistant Softball Coach in Spartanburg, South Carolina at Spartanburg Methodist College

Job Summary:

Under general direction of the Head coach, the Assistant Softball Coach will assist in all aspects of the softball program, including the planning and execution of practice and games, recruiting quality student-athletes on a national and international level, and administrative duties as assigned.

The Assistant Softball Coach ensures that student-athletes, recruits, colleagues, alumni, and the community will be treated with dignity and respect and that all aspects of Department work will be accomplished with the highest professional standards.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Recruit and retain student-athletes to meet minimum program numbers as assigned by the Athletic Director.

• Assist the Head Coach in implementing a comprehensive plan for student-athletes to develop their skills through weight training, conditioning, and practice.

• Assist the Head Coach with guiding student-athletes’ academic progress including overseeing study hall and monitoring class attendance.

• Assist the Head Coach in gameday preparation and gameday management.

• Assist the Head Coach in travel planning, social media, and alumni outreach.

• Monitor behavior of student athletes and administer discipline when needed.

• Develop a thorough knowledge of and abide by current NAIA and Spartanburg Methodist College rules and regulations.

• Attend all athletic meetings called by the Administration.

• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information discretely.

• Ability to work well with individuals with diverse backgrounds.

• Excellent organizational skills and efficiency in recordkeeping.

• Ability to establish positive working relationships with members of the College community and members of the public.

• Attention to detail and follow through.

• Ability to work independently to perform assigned tasks.

• Ability to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate school vehicles.

Working Conditions:

The work is performed mainly in an outdoor environment; however, the Assistant Softball Coach will regularly move around a multistory building that does not have an elevator. The Assistant Softball Coach has extensive contact with other coaches, student-athletes, faculty and staff, and the community. Evening and weekend work is expected.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, and move around the campus.

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

• Manual and physical dexterity and visual acuity are needed to operate a computer keyboard and handle paper documents.

• Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on a computer display screen, in hand-written form, and printed on paper.

• Adequate hearing and verbal abilities to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.

• Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with successful coaching, playing, and recruiting experience at the college level