Head Coach-Women's Softball

About the Job
Head Coach - Women's Softball (Job Code 9791)
Are you passionate about softball and coaching? Do you have a proven track record of success in leading and developing athletes? If so, we have an outstanding opportunity for you to join our team as a Women's Softball Coach!
At the University of Minnesota - Crookston campus we are committed to providing a detailed athletic program that furthers growth, teamwork, and success. As the Women's Softball Coach, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our program and the lives of our student-athletes. Join us where you will have the chance to collaborate with a dedicated team of coaches and athletes.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive training program that focuses on skill development, physical fitness, and mental toughness.
• Offer personalized coaching and constructive feedback to every athlete, supporting their growth and success both in sports and in other areas of life.
• Plan and strategize game tactics, including scouting opponents and making in-game adjustments to ensure competitive success.
• Recruit, evaluate, and select student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional skills and behaviors that align with the values and goals of our program.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive team culture that encourages collaboration, respect, and personal growth.
• Collaborate with other coaches and staff to ensure the seamless integration of the softball program with the overall athletic department.

Duties:
Coaching (60%)

• Selection, supervision, and coaching of the team toward athletic excellence and a positive quality experience.
• Recommendation, supervision and evaluation of the Women's Softball coaching staff.
• Development, communications and execution of plans for the season, including competitive schedules, practice schedules and training and conditioning programs.
• Planning, organizing, conducting of practice and effectively manage team dynamics
• Assisting in monitoring the academic performance and the physical development of student athletes.
• Working with academic counselors, athletic trainers, and the strength and conditioning coach to help student athletes achieve full potential in each area.

Recruitment (20%)

• Organization and implementation of assessment, identification and recruitment of qualified student-athletes; demonstrate commitment to recruitment of students of color.

Budget (10%)

• Preparation of budget recommendations and management of budget.
• Assistance in the preparation of travel arrangements, equipment orders, and awards for women's softball in conjunction with other department personnel.

Administration (10%)

• Assistance with special events and tournaments, planning and conducting of clinics, seminars, and outreach to public service.
• Establishment and maintenance of effective relationships within the athletics department, the University, community, booster club, alumni, high school coaches, media and the general public.
• Commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of the department, the University, the NSIC and the NCAA.

Qualifications
Requirements:
As the Women's Softball Coach, you will have the chance to create a lasting impact on the lives of our student-athletes and help them successfully implement their athletic and academic goals.
Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• Three (3) years of women's softball coaching/teaching experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of strategies, tactics and the teaching of high level softball skills required for collegiate softball
• Demonstrated experience recruiting and working with highly skilled softball players at the collegiate level
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate support in the broader local and regional softball community

Preferred:

• Coaching Experience and progression within college softball (further preference given to current college coaching)
• Demonstrated recruiting success in a successful collegiate program
• Demonstrated knowledge of coaching and developing student-athletes
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NCAA II rules & regulations
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of academic performance of prospective and current student-athletes

Benefits
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)
With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).