Head Women's Softball Coach

PROFESSIONAL STAFF

HEAD WOMEN’S SOFTBALL COACH/

FITNESS ROOM COORDINATOR

Number of Openings: 1

Institution: Cleveland State Community College

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Director of Athletics and Student Life

Campus Location: Cleveland, Tennessee

Salary Range: $44,155-$55,194

Position Status: Exempt / Full-Time

Moving Allowance: N/A

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following:

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The Head Women’s Softball Coach/Fitness Room Coordinator is responsible for administration of all aspects of the intercollegiate women’s Softball program. In addition, this position has responsibility for coordinating Fitness Room operations for the college’s Intercollegiate Athletics facility. The Coach/Coordinator is expected to work in cooperation with staff across the Athletics Department, other Student Services units, other areas of the college, high school personnel, and personnel from other colleges to develop and maintain a high quality intercollegiate women’s Softball program, offering an excellent experience to participating student-athletes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Minimum of four years of coaching experience in women's softball at the high school or collegiate level, either as a head coach or assistant coach.
• Ability to recruit student athletes and create an atmosphere conducive to student success in academics, personal development, and athletics.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

WOMEN’S SOFTBALL (70%)

• Provide leadership for and administer all aspects of the intercollegiate Women’s Softball program for 20-25 participants, including recruitment of student-athletes, budget development and management, maintenance and inventory of equipment, travel and transportation planning, and scheduling of practices and competitions.
• Instruct student-athletes in individual skills, tactics/strategy, rules, and fundamentals of women’s Softball at the intercollegiate level.
• Teach student-athletes’ principles and practices in health, fitness, and conditioning associated with successful participation in intercollegiate women’s Softball.
• Operate program in compliance with institutional, Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA), and National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) rules.
• Counsel and advise student-athletes in academic matters, including academic planning, course selection, and student success strategies.
• Coordinate efforts to assist student-athletes in transferring to four-year colleges and universities.
• Track and monitor academic progress of student-athletes to ensure academic success, retention, and completion.
• Participate in fundraising, public relations, and promotional activities for the athletic department and the women’s Softball program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

FITNESS ROOM COORDINATOR (25%)

• Coordinate scheduling of the Fitness Room for sports team’s specific times.
• Manage Fitness Room budget including ordering cleaning products and towels.
• Coordinate scheduling of supervisors during ‘Open Times’.
• Manage any equipment repairs and replacements.
• Other duties as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (5%)

• Serve on various college committees.
• Serve on Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA) and National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) committees as appropriate.
• The appointee will be required to meet those standards now required or which in the future may be required by the Tennessee State Board of Regents (TBR) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong and effective interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, encompassing teaching, public speaking, and public relations.
• Teaching is defined as the ability to communicate new techniques, tactical strategies, and game management skills in softball to enhance student-athletes' abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency.
• Knowledge of comprehensive community college concept.
• Proficiency with various software packages including Microsoft office suite.

WORK ACTIVITIES & EQUIPMENT

• Work activities routinely involve work with tools and equipment related to softball, athletics, and physical fitness. Tools and equipment could weigh up to 50 pounds. Activities also involve work with personal computers and peripheral devices, as well as basic office machines.
• Must be a licensed driver and able to operate a vehicle.

JOB LOCATION

This position is an on-site role located in the L. Quenten Lane Gymnasium located on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. Regular travel to athletic events at other institutions is expected, along with travel for recruitment purposes.

Travel may also be required within the college’s 5-county service area including travel to attend state meetings, etc.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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Cleveland State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/HAS
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457
• Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year
• Sick and Annual Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

If you are interested, click APPLY below.

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by December 9, 2025.