Head Coach Of Softball

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.

• The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.

• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed - the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.

• In the "My Experience" section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Head Softball Coach is responsible for the total organization, administration and supervision of the softball program. The coach is responsible for ensuring compliance with university, conference and NCAA policies and procedures.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit student-athletes.

• Plan and prepare for all practices and contests.

• Select, supervise and evaluate part-time coaches and student employees.

• Assist student-athletes in obtaining appropriate personal and academic advisement and athletic training as needed.

• Prepare budget recommendations for the softball program.

• Monitor equipment and facility needs, safety standards and inventory control.

• Organize and administer a comprehensive softball fundraising program and an alumni development plan.

• Serve as the primary site supervisor for assigned sport.

• Maintain appropriate records and files. Prepare correspondence in the course of official duties.

• Attend and participate in departmental, conference and university-wide meetings related to duties and responsibilities.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

• A minimum of three years of professional experience coaching at the collegiate level.

• Successful head coaching experience.

• Experience as a college student athlete in the sport.

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; particularly as they apply to recruiting and student athlete eligibility.

PREFERRED:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.

• Proven commitment to diversity and gender equity, and ability to create a team environment that is welcoming to all, values and respects differences, and embraces a shared mission.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Type

Professional - Non-Faculty

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at

www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/