Assistant Softball Coach

Position Assistant Softball Coach Full Time/Part Time Full Time Job Type Regular Position Summary

This position will be responsible for assisting the Head Softball coach by preparing and conducting team practices, training, competition game planning, and recruiting. The person will also assist in daily softball operations to include but not limited to travel arrangements, facility arrangements, equipment, and office work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop performance standards for student-athletes to maximize their potential and achieve high levels of competition;

• Assess athletic performance and improvement and provide feedback and guidance regarding athletic progress;

• Develop high expectations for student-athletes to achieve in the classroom as well as on the playing venue;

• Develop and implement practice plans and strategies for athletic events;

• Supervise NMHU athletic events and enforce sportsmanship standards;

• Assist with game management for home events when not competing;

• Assist with developing and supervising community service events;

• Supervise student-athletes during road trips;

• Provide positive participation with events that will benefit the athletic experience for the student-athletes;

• Participate in the planning of as well as participate in fundraising activities for individual programs and for the athletic department in general;

• Adhere to NCAA, Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, and institutional rules and regulations;

• Organize, prepare, and conduct team practices, training and competition;

• Recruit potential student athletes;

• Provide academic monitoring and support for student athletes in the program

• Provide support to the Head Softball Coach as required;

• Maintain regular attendance;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in any field

EXPERIENCE: Previous high school and/or college softball experience. Experience as a softball student-athlete will be accounted for.

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION: Master's Degree in any field

EXPERIENCE: Collegiate playing or coaching experience, preferably in the RMAC.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

• Complete NCAA Coaches Certification Curriculum within first two (2) weeks of employment;

• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and odd hours.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of NCAA and RMAC rules and regulations

• Knowledge of and adherence to all University, NCAA, and RMAC rules and regulations, policies and procedures, with special attentions to recruiting, eligibility, admissions, and financial aid

• Possess good management skills

• Ability to understand the goals and responsibilities of running a successful athletic program at the NCAA Division II level

• Represent the University in a professional and responsible manner; excellent interpersonal skills

• Adherence to and appreciation for NCAA/conference/league regulations and ability to instill those values in subordinates and students

• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed

• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgement based on an understanding or organizational polices and activities

Physical Demands

• Standing

• Frequently

• Walking

• Frequently

• Bending

• Frequently

• Squatting

• Frequently

• Climbing

• Frequently

• Kneeling

• Frequently

• Lifting up to 50 pounds

• Frequently

Working Environment

• Work is normally performed in an indoor/outdoor setting.

Pay Rate Commensurate with experience Work Location/Campus Center Las Vegas, NM Campus EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness.

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AS856P Open Date 05/27/2024 Close Date 08/09/2020 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

A complete online application must include: 1) Letter of interest/cover letter; 2) Resume; 3) Names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three (3) Professional references in application, and 4) Unofficial copies of transcripts. Candidates who are invited for on-campus interviews will be required to submit official transcripts. References will be contacted in conjunction with on-campus interview. Upload required materials with online application. For disabled access or services call (505) 454-3242 or contact Human Resources at hr@nmhu.edu. NMHU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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