Head Softball Coach
Delta State University
2 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Responsibilities
1. Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all aspects of the softball program. 2. Recruit, retain, and develop student-athletes in accordance with NCAA , conference, and institutional regulations. 3. Plan and conduct practices, skill development sessions, and team training activities. 4. Prepare for and manage competition, including game strategy, scouting, and player evaluation. 5. Supervise assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and support staff, including scheduling and performance oversight. 6. Coordinate team travel, scheduling, equipment, and operational logistics. 7. Manage and monitor program budgets and related financial activities. 8. Support fundraising, alumni engagement, and community outreach initiatives. 9. Organize and oversee camps, clinics, and other program-related events. 10. Promote academic achievement, personal development, and overall well-being of student-athletes. 11. Ensure compliance with NCAA , conference, and University policies and procedures. 12. Maintain positive relationships with student-athletes, faculty, staff, alumni, and community stakeholders. 13. Collaborate with athletics administration and campus partners to support departmental goals and initiatives. 14. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required Demonstrated coaching, leadership, and organizational skills Knowledge of collegiate athletics operations and NCAA regulations
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required Demonstrated coaching, leadership, and organizational skills Knowledge of collegiate athletics operations and NCAA regulations
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred Experience in recruiting, program administration, and student-athlete development Working knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations
1. Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all aspects of the softball program. 2. Recruit, retain, and develop student-athletes in accordance with NCAA , conference, and institutional regulations. 3. Plan and conduct practices, skill development sessions, and team training activities. 4. Prepare for and manage competition, including game strategy, scouting, and player evaluation. 5. Supervise assistant coaches, graduate assistants, and support staff, including scheduling and performance oversight. 6. Coordinate team travel, scheduling, equipment, and operational logistics. 7. Manage and monitor program budgets and related financial activities. 8. Support fundraising, alumni engagement, and community outreach initiatives. 9. Organize and oversee camps, clinics, and other program-related events. 10. Promote academic achievement, personal development, and overall well-being of student-athletes. 11. Ensure compliance with NCAA , conference, and University policies and procedures. 12. Maintain positive relationships with student-athletes, faculty, staff, alumni, and community stakeholders. 13. Collaborate with athletics administration and campus partners to support departmental goals and initiatives. 14. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required Demonstrated coaching, leadership, and organizational skills Knowledge of collegiate athletics operations and NCAA regulations
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required Demonstrated coaching, leadership, and organizational skills Knowledge of collegiate athletics operations and NCAA regulations
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred Experience in recruiting, program administration, and student-athlete development Working knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations