Job Description

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Plymouth State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Softball Coach. Reporting to the Head Softball Coach, the Assistant Coach will assist in all aspects of the NCAA Division III softball program. This position supports the recruitment, development, and success of student-athletes while promoting academic achievement, sportsmanship, and personal growth in accordance with the mission of Plymouth State University and the philosophy of NCAA Division III athletics.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive, positive, and competitive team culture while contributing to the overall success of the Athletics Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in all phases of the softball program, including practice planning, game preparation, and competition.

• Coach and develop student-athletes through individual instruction and team training sessions.

• Identify, evaluate, and recruit prospective student-athletes who demonstrate academic and athletic potential.

• Assist with practice organization, skill development, scouting, and game strategy.

• Support strength and conditioning initiatives and monitor student-athlete progress throughout the year.

• Travel with the team to away contests and recruiting events as required.

• Assist with team operations, including equipment management, travel logistics, scheduling, and administrative responsibilities.

• Monitor student-athlete academic performance and promote personal development and leadership.

• Ensure compliance with all NCAA Division III, conference, and university rules, policies, and procedures.

• Assist with alumni relations, fundraising initiatives, community engagement, and youth camps and clinics.

• Represent Plymouth State University and the Athletics Department in a professional and positive manner.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Softball Coach or Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications

• Collegiate playing experience and/or collegiate coaching experience in softball.

• Strong knowledge of softball fundamentals, player development, and recruiting.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to student-athlete success, academic achievement, and NCAA Division III values.

• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel extensively.

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous collegiate coaching or graduate assistant experience.

• Experience recruiting prospective student-athletes.

• Knowledge of NCAA Division III compliance rules and regulations.

• Experience coordinating camps, clinics, and community outreach initiatives.

• Master's degree or progress toward a graduate degree.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

• Effective teaching and player development techniques.

• The ability to recruit and mentor high-character student-athletes.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and fostering a positive team environment.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required by the competitive schedule.

Applicant Instructions:

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

Compensation Pay Range:

$15.00 /hour

Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.

Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement. The University is located in the heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire and serves approximately 4,300 undergraduate and more than 2,000 graduate students.

Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here:USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Salary Grade:

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00

Location:

Plymouth