Head Softball Coach at Grays Harbor College – Aberdeen, Washington

Grays Harbor College Athletic Department invites applications for the position of Head Coach for Intercollegiate Softball team. Under the supervision of the Athletic Director, this position oversees all aspects of the softball program in accordance with all athletic department, college, and Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) policies and regulations. The head coach has the ultimate responsibility for implementing a comprehensive collegiate softball experience for student athletes that includes academic achievement, competitive athletics and opportunities to pursue interests and passions. This is a part-time, non-tenure position and not eligible for benefits.

About the College .
Grays Harbor College serves the communities of Grays Harbor and Pacific counties on the Pacific coast of Washington. Located in Aberdeen, Washington at the base of the beautiful Olympic Peninsula, the College is less than an hour away from scenic Pacific Ocean beaches and close to both the Olympic and Mount Rainier National Parks. Grays Harbor provides the perfect landscape to enjoy the abundance of excellent outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, biking, fishing, clam digging, surfing, boating, and various kayak/canoe paddling opportunities. Grays Harbor College is located on the ancestral lands of the Chehalis, Chinook, Quinault and Shoalwater Bay Peoples. For more information about working for the college and living in Grays Harbor visit https://www.ghc.edu/hr

Grays Harbor is committed to providing excellent educational opportunities. We prioritize student learning, promote student and faculty success, foster an inclusive environment, manage our resources, and connect with the community. We strive to create a culturally relevant environment on campus and in the community by learning and practicing equity-mindedness and promoting faculty, staff, and student diversity.

• Coordinate and supervise the softball program, assistant coaches and student-athletes in accordance with established conference rules and regulations including the oversight of all eligibility rules and regulations as established by the athletic department.
• Adhere to established Grays Harbor College Athletic Department Coaches Handbook.
• Teaching softball skills and strategies to prepare individuals and the team for intercollegiate competition.
• Recruit student-athletes following NWAC regulations and college guidelines.
• Assist the student with the academic oversight and monitoring of student-athlete’s academic progress.
• Assist in the development of a competitive schedule in collaboration with the Athletic Director and in alignment with budgetary guidelines.
• Provide post-season evaluation of all student athletes.
• Maintain minimum roster requirements as set by the Athletic Department.
• Work with department personnel to coordinate game management, travel arrangements and athletic facility usage details.
• Maintain, inventory and ensure proper tracking of program equipment and apparel.
• Assist in program budget administration and facilitate team-sponsored fundraising activities to enhance the program.
• Timely processing of appropriate institutional and conference paperwork and reports.
• Demonstrate continued professional growth by staying current in and expanding knowledge of softball coaching techniques.
• Represent the athletics department and programs in the community, including community service projects.
• Attend department meetings as requested.
• Transport student-athletes in GHC sponsored transportation to and from competitions, or practice as needed.
• Conduct end of season exit interviews and discuss with athletic director.
• Assist athletic department with student-athlete surveys.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree
• Demonstrated experience as a softball coach
• Availability to attend practices and games on weekday afternoons and evenings, and weekends
• Demonstrated understanding of softball rules and regulations
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain certification prior to first practice
• Availability to travel out of state as needed
• Valid unrestricted Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Commitment to a philosophy of promoting student success
• Knowledge of NCAA and NWAC softball rules and regulations
• Experience coaching and recruiting at the college level

In addition to the GHC online Application you will need to submit the following materials. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or considered.

• Letter of application addressing your qualifications for the position.
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references.
• Transcripts of all college work completed. Unofficial copies are acceptable, official copies will be required at time of hire.

Background checks - Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

Grays Harbor College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, marital status, veteran status, genetics, or age in its programs, activities, and employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Title II/Section 504 – Erin Tofte, Associate Vice President of Human Resources
• Title IX Coordinator – Ashley Bowie-Gallegos, Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocrfor the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.