Job Summary

Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia.This position, reporting to the insitution's Athletic Director, is responsible for all components of a highly competitive NJCAA Division I softball program, including recruiting, on field coaching, overseeing conduct and discipline and providing academic advising for student athletes.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all team practices, competition, and student athletes
• Develops and executes a recruitment plan
• Develops practice plans and game strategies for upcoming opponents
• Develops practice schedules and teaches the fundamental skills and drills of softball
• Performs on-field instruction and player development
• Organizes team travel for away games
• Conducts and supervises individual trainings for student athletes and off-season conditioning
• Monitors progress of student athletes and implements strategies to ensure academic and athletic success with an emphasis on sportsmanship, integrity, a competitive spirit, and academic success
• Promotes athletic program and events to the campus and community and raises funds in conjunction with the Office of Advancement and the President’s Office
• Manages Softball program budget
• Manages scholarship awards in coordination with the Director of Athletics
• Manages and cares for softball equipment and supervises maintenance of playing fields
• Maintains Softball website
• Represents the college at all regional and national meetings as required
• Performs assigned duties in a manner consistent with the mission, goals, and core values of the college
• This role is designed by the institution as a Position of Trust
• Maintains sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in field relevant to position and three to five years of related experience; or equivalent combination of experience and education. 
• Successful recruiting experience with a proven record of success in athletics and student academics

   

Proposed Salary

$40,000 - $44,000

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial transcripts if applicable

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• General knowledge of intercollegiate athletics at the NJCAA level
• Strong knowledge of NJCAA rules and regulations or ability to learn and retain quickly
• General knowledge of Title IX regulations
• General knowledge of FERPA guidelines
• Knowledge and experience with fund raising methods
• Knowledge and the ability to apply technology to athletic program management
• Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of fitness equipment
• Knowledge of gym, and athletic field area maintenance
• Knowledge of college budgetary and purchasing policies
• Knowledge of sports activities
• Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs
• Skill in oral and written communication