Details

Posted: 15-Jul-25

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Softball

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Internal Number: JR30515

Job Summary

The Assistant Softball Coach assists the Head Coach in all aspects of running an NCAA Division III Softball program by teaching and coaching student athletes, recruiting highly selective high school prospective student-athletes, developing and implementing game strategies, and leading physical training and practice organization.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the head coach, assists with teaching, coaching, and mentoring student-athletes, recruiting qualified prospects, logistical planning of practice and competition, developing and implementing strategies.

Comply with University, NCAA, and UAA expectations, standards, and regulations. 

Teach relevant skills to student-athletes during training and competition.

Evaluate the performance of the team and individuals to instruct and advise on technical, strategic, and mental development.

Serve on departmental committees. Represent the University of Chicago in professional, alumni, and civic functions.

Direct the work of student workers and volunteer assistant coaches.

Extensive domestic travel required.

Secondary departmental responsibilities will be assigned by the athletic director.

Other duties as assigned by the head coach.

Has a moderate/high level of authority to participate in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and parent-student staffings.

Helps staff to plan and execute events.

Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

 

Education:

Bachelor's degree.

 

Experience:

Minimum of two years of significant and relevant playing or teaching/coaching experience in softball.

 

Certifications:

CPR/First Aid certification (may be fulfilled upon employment).

Driver's License.

 

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

Proficient computer skills.

Microsoft Office Suite, etc.

 

Preferred Competencies

Demonstrated knowledge of the sport and its rules.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments concurrently.

Familiarity with NCAA rules and Division III philosophy.

Embracing and understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion on teams and at the University.

 

Working Conditions

Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required.

 

Application Documents

Resume (required)

List of Three References (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

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