Assistant Softball Coach

Broad Function

SUNY Adirondack is seeking an Assistant Coach to help support the Timberwolves Women’s Softball program. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to principles of academic and athletic integrity. This position is responsible for bolstering a women’s softball program for student-athletes which includes recruiting, coaching, mentoring, and training athletes who are highly skilled in their sport while pursuing the department’s goals of developing individuals who are athletically, academically, and personally successful.The incumbent will demonstrate a capacity to build a culture of respect, discipline, and ethical standards along with setting an example for their players to uphold. This individual will understand the responsibility of being a representative of not only the women’s softball program, but also Adirondack Athletics and SUNY Adirondack at large.SUNY Adirondack Athletics values high energy, creativity, and a strong commitment to student engagement. We are seeking coaches who will have an impact on student success, and will enhance a culture of hard work, dedication, resilience, and respect in our Athletic Department.

Major Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Women’s Softball Head Coach and athletics department administrators, duties for the assistant coach will include but are not limited to supporting the head coach in all facets of the following expectations:
• Recruitment of in state and out-of-state student athletes
• Assist in practice plans to prepare for competition
• Support game day preparations
• Help organize team travel, including driving college vehicles to away contest
• Assist with the inventory, maintenance, and returning of all team equipment and gear at the conclusion of the season
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule that will include days, evenings, and weekends, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• This job requires any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and/or experience as indicated below:
• Passion for the game of softball
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license in good standing
• Must drive team van to and from games
• Must be personable, approachable, and team-oriented
• Show a commitment to students’ academic success
• Willingness to work on a limited budget
• Excellent communication skills
• Proclivity for attention to detail
• Able to multitask and be proactive

Educational Requirements

Associates Degree in an appropriate field of study; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.Years of Experience1-2 years of playing and/or previous coaching experience preferred.CompensationThe salary for this position is $2,000Working Conditions and Physical RequirementsOffice, Campus environment. Occasionally lifting 10 – 25 lbs.This position will be posted until filled.SUNY Adirondack values diversity and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.