Employment Opportunity for the Position of Head Softball Coach
Nebraska Wesleyan University (NWU) is seeking candidates for a 12-month full-time, year-round benefit eligible position to work as the Head Softball Coach. As the Head Coach, the incumbent will oversee all phases of administering the NCAA Division III Softball program. Nebraska Wesleyan softball team practices and plays at the new $31 million Sandhills Global Youth Complex.
The NWU Championship field features a full turf field, enclosed dugouts, turfed bullpens, elevated covered seating for 350 spectators and a modern press box. The Sandhills Global Youth Complex is considered one of the finest baseball and softball complexes in the mid-west. All fields are full turf with LED lighting.
The selected candidate will report to the Athletic Director and also be required to perform a secondary job duty at the discretion of the university and within the skill set of the qualified applicant. Prior to employment, applicants will have to successfully complete a criminal background and motor vehicle driving check.
NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, Retirement, more than seven weeks of paid time off per year with vacation and holidays, and 100% tuition discount for dependents after one year of service.
- Plan, organize and oversee recruiting efforts with prospective student-athletes: attend recruiting events, recruit evaluation, emails/mailings/phone calls, and on-campus visits. Review recruiting reports from Assistant Coaches and discuss with Admissions Office and Athletic Director.
- Hire and supervise assistant coaches and support staff.
- Coordinate with the strength and conditioning staff to develop appropriate athlete conditioning curriculum.
- Plan and lead daily practice sessions for student athletes while developing assistant coaches’ skills for assistance.
- Build and provide individualized development plans for student-athletes which foster growth athletically, academically, and socially.
- Oversee and schedule compliance meetings, ensure appropriate record keeping for recruiting and playing/practice seasons, and monitor eligibility of student-athletes in the program
- Other administrative reporting will include scheduling, expense reporting, and budget management, equipment inventory & request of necessary purchases.
- Oversee the coordination of summer camps and clinics, coordination of all fundraising activities and alumni outreach.
- Assist in the development and delivery of the NWU softball leadership values and ensure that short- and long-term objectives are in line with program goals.
- Bachelor's degree; or equivalent certification
- 2 - 4 years of related experience coaching Softball at the collegiate level
- Demonstrate expertise in all aspects of coaching student-athletes and a commitment to the highest ideals of leadership, sportsmanship and academics
- Ability to coach and recruit highly skilled student-athletes
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with all constituents including students, faculty, staff, and parents.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and success in working with a variety of persons that will build strong, long-term relationships with team members, students and stakeholders.
- Must be able to multitask and manage several projects that may be ongoing during the same time.
- Have exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills to produce complete and accurate work and manage production activities.
- Demonstrated critical thinking, time management, and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Be able to work with minimum supervision and handle pressure situations.
- Be flexible, able to prioritize tasks and meet scheduled and unscheduled deadlines.
To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume or curriculum vita, and the names of three professional references at the following URL: . NWU encourages applicants to address how one or more of NWU’s Core Values align with their personal values and characteristics and/or how they would contribute to them at NWU in their cover letter or a separate document. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.