Head Softball Coach (Part-Time) - WVU Keyser

Potomac State College (WVU Keyser), part of the West Virginia University system of campuses, located in Keyser, WV is seeking applications for a part-time Head Softball Coach.

About the Opportunity

As the Head Softball Coach, you will be responsible for all aspects of coaching a collegiate softball team.

What you'll do:

• Actively recruit new student-athletes to Potomac State to maintain a full roster

• Actively monitor and encourage academic progress, retention, and graduation of student-athletes

• Organize and conduct a year-round practice/conditioning program that adheres to the rules set forth by NJCAA

• Monitor and discipline conduct of student-athletes

• Report scores/results

• Supervise and assign duties to assistant coaches

• Order, inventory, distribute, and collect equipment at end of season

• Organize fundraisers to supplement annual budget for the team

• Conduct camps to promote the program, build community relations, and provide extra income to offset budget constraints

• Participate in campus events

• Ensure softball field is safe and in playable condition

• Ensure field is meeting NJCAA requirements

• Purchase materials needed for playing surface

• Other jobs as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Appointment Length: 10 months

Work Hours: 15 hours per week

• Bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates with a degree in sports management, physical education, athletic coaching, or recreation will be shown preference

• Two (2) years coaching experience

• One (1) year collegiate playing or coaching experience preferred

• Ability to demonstrate skills on field for practice

• Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing

• Basic knowledge of the following computer programs: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to complete tasks that have set deadlines

• Strong ability to attract and recruit student-athletes

• Ability to develop student-athletes

• Understanding of how to develop a competitive sports program

• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Ability to recruit and retain student-athletes