Assistant Coach - Softball

Salary/Position Classification

• $44,300 - $47,958 Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The purpose of the Assistant Coach - Softball position is to assist the Head Softball Coach with all aspects of the Division I softball program at the University of North Dakota. This position will provide instruction to the softball that includes teaching proper skills and techniques, teaching basic physical health concepts to include nutritional education, teaching team and individual leadership concepts/skills as well as providing general safety instruction. Must have a commitment to compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations. Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.

Duties & Responsibilities

55% - PROIVDE INSTRUCTION SPECIFIC TO SOFTBALL - Tasks involved in fulfilling the above duties/responsibilities (include description for physical and mental/cognitive demands):

• Design instructional/training in-season/off-season specific to assigned player groups and individuals.
• Teach basic physical health concepts (to include nutritional education) specific to assigned player groups and individuals.
• Provide instruction related to team and leadership concepts/skills specific to assigned player groups and individuals.
• Provide general safety instruction for all activities in which the team and/or individuals participate. Specifically instruct student athletes on safe training and exercise techniques.
• Provide support and encouragement to promote the mental well-being of the student-athletes.
• Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes.
• Assist/run practices under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Assist strength coach for weight-lifting and conditioning practices, as needed.
• Provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.
• Assisting with all facets of coaching at all UND games and practices.
• Follow all NCAA, conference, UND rules and regulations.
• Other coaching duties assigned by Head Coach. - (Essential)

30% - RECRUIT AND EVALUATE PROSPECTIVE STUDENT ATHLETES/ TEAM TRAVEL / SCOUTING - Tasks involved in fulfilling the above duties/responsibilities (include description for physical and mental/cognitive demands):

• Recruit quality prospective student-athletes for the program.
• Handle day-to-day correspondence, both email and print mail, as assigned.
• Handle weekly telephone calls, as assigned.
• Coordinate official and unofficial campus visits, as assigned.
• Handle documentation for each prospective student athlete in accordance with NCAA and UND Athletics Department compliance protocols/rules.
• Follow all NCAA, conference, UND rules and regulations.
• Assist with team travel and/or scouting as assigned.
• Assist with statistics at all UND games and practices.
• Other recruiting duties as assigned by Head Coach. - (Essential)

10% - SOCIAL MEDIA / PUBLIC RELATIONS / FUNDRAISING - Tasks involved in fulfilling the above duties/responsibilities (include description for physical and mental/cognitive demands):

• Assist with social media for the program, when applicable.
• Develop community support for the program and participate in Athletics Department and fundraising activities, as assigned.
• Serve as a role model and demonstrate a professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public.
• Assist with maintaining contact with alumni and boosters, as assigned.
• Follow all NCAA, conference and UND rules and regulations.
• Other fundraising duties as assigned by Head Coach. - (Essential)

5% - ASSIST WITH CAMPS / CLINIC DUTIES - Tasks involved in fulfilling the above duties/responsibilities (include description for physical and mental/cognitive demands):

• Assist with all aspects of camps/clinics, as assigned.
• Follow all UND hiring procedures, as assigned.
• Prepare Job Data Hire forms for each camp coach/counselor, monitor/approve all Hourly Reporting forms, if applicable.
• All other duties as assigned by Head Coach. - (Essential)

Required Competencies

• Must have effective professional working relationship with student-athletes, staff, administration, alumni, and general public.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and computer skills.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize.
• Ability to teach and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must have commitment to NCAA compliance and follow all NCAA, conference and und rules and regulations.
• Must have commitment to academic success of student athletes.
• Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student athletes including having a valid Driver’s License.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience coaching or playing softball or baseball collegiately for two (2) seasons, or coaching high school or high-level club fastpitch softball or baseball for four (4) seasons.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check (CHBC)

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coaching fastpitch softball hitters at the collegiate level.
• NCAA softball recruiting experience.
• NCAA Division I, II, or III softball coaching experience.
• Experience with running or organizing softball camps or clinics.
• Knowledge of NCAA and Summit League rules and regulations.