Part time Staff: Head Coach - Softball

HEAD COACH:  SOFTBALL

Lakeland Community College is seeking applications for a Head Softball Coach.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of a National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II team while adhering to college, conference, and NJCAA rules and regulations.

Lakeland Community College values high energy, creativity, and a strong commitment to student engagement. We are seeking a coach who will have a positive impact on students' success on the field and in the classroom.  Read more about our team at: Softball

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Successfully recruit academically and athletically qualified student-athletes
• Plan and conduct practices and game day preparations
• In consultation with the athletic director, develop a game schedule and organize travel for away competitions
• Assist with the retention program for student athletes
• Fundraise within the program
• Develop and organize camps and clinics
• Work with athletics staff in facility scheduling

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sport-specific knowledge (e.g., skills, training techniques, rules)
• Ability to coach, teach and train student-athletes in skills and strategies related to competition
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to motivate in a positive manner
• Ability to mentor, maintain discipline, and instill respect and standards of behavior
• Excellent communication and public relations skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required and a Master’s degree is preferred. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a head coach and/or assistant coach in a college/high school; club coaching experience may be substituted for college/high school/ experience.  CPR/First Aid/AED certification required (arrangements can be made for this to be obtained via training provided by the college).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:  This is a part-time, salaried position with 80% of the annual (July-June) salary paid between September - May.  The starting annual salary is dependent upon experience with the maximum possible being $9,000

APPLICATION PROCESS:  

When applying for this position, please be prepared to complete all questions in the application as well as attaching a current resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications.

The position will remain open until filled.  

IMPORTANT:  To avoid difficulties when submitting your application, be certain your web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) is updated to the latest version and allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application since you WILL NOT be able to save a partially completed application and return to work on it later.

Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer.  We have a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and people over 40 years of age.  Under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.  If your disability requires special accommodations to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.