Graduate Assistant Coach-Softball

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values

• Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

CSU's core values

• Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Job Summary

Columbus State University, a Division II member of the Peach Belt Conference invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant Coach ¿ Softball. This position will assist the Head Coach and other assistant coaches in performing all duties in compliance with all NCAA, Peach Belt Conference, and Columbus State University rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assistance in planning and hosting prospective student-athlete on campus visits;

• Assist head coach in responding to contacts, to include, coaches¿ mailings, player questionnaires, observing team practices and games, phone calls, recruitment, emails, and admissions contacts; establish and maintain a recruiting database;

• Perform phone calls and emails to recruits; attend practices and/or games of recruits;

• Build relationships with prospective student-athletes and current athletes;

• Assist the head coach with travel by arranging bus and van schedules, pre- and post-game meals, and overnight accommodations;

• Plan and conduct camps, clinics, leagues, lessons, and tournaments;

• Analyze recruits, current players, and opponents via video;

• Assist head coach in monitoring academic progress with study tables, academic meetings, class scheduling, and classroom checks;

• Assist players as needed; meet established fundraising goals for the program;

• Participate in community fund-raising as coordinated by the Athletic Director and/or Head Coach;

• Selected candidate will also assist the Head Coach and Assistant Coach with a daily practice plan; assist in creating and implementing strength and conditioning plans for the program; and all other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor¿s degree in a related field;

• Acceptance into a CSU graduate program

• Knowledge and understanding of conference and NCAA rules and regulations;

• Leadership skills; a proven track record of consistently modeling positive behaviors at all times;

• Follow-through skills, as well as, the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to completion;

• Desire and ability to successfully recruit;

• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information;

• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community;

• Playing experience at a NCAA Division I, II, III and/or NAIA School preferred.

Proposed Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Other document 1 ¿ 3 references with names and contact information

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;

• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.

• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

• Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.