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Be You.
Title: Assistant Softball Coach
The opportunity to coach a Top 10 softball program at Duke University contend for Championships assisting with hitting and defense while effectively serving the Department of Athletics and assist the Head Softball Coach by performing roles and responsibilities that will help effectively manage the day-to-day operations of a Division I softball program in accordance with NCAA, ACC Conference and Duke University policies and procedures.
Be Bold.
Essential Functions:
· Teach and educate student-athletes on proper fundamentals, techniques and game strategies in softball.
· Recruiting Coordinator
· Assist with team offense and baserunning
· Coach the outfield
· Assist with practice planning and execution
· Assist with travel planning and equipment maintenance
· Additional duties to further the mission and success of Duke Softball
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
· 2-4 years of college coaching experience
· Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certifications
· Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage student-athletes
· Effective written and verbal communication
· Knowledge of NCAA rules
· Integrating innovative technology and possess strong computer skills with a general knowledge of recruiting and video software, and willingness to learn additional programs as needed.
· The scope of this position requires weekend, evening and possible holiday hours.
· Thrive in fast paced environment, possess a keen attention to details, and ability to multi-task
Knowledge, Skills, Ability:
· Ability to work with a diverse population
· Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
· Knowledge of intercollegiate sports operations
· Ability to travel extensively during the recruiting process
Ability to work in a highly dynamic and diverse university setting
Choose Duke.
How to Apply:
Interested Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three at https://hr.duke.edu/careers/apply For more information on Duke University Athletics please go to: goduke.com
Work generally requires analytical, communications and organizational skills acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree program.
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $0.00 to USD $0.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Your total compensation goes beyond thedollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/
Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
