Assistant Softball Coach

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The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 18 Paid Holidays Annually

• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents

• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

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The Assistant Softball Coach works under the direction of the Head Coach to support the CSB Softball Team. This position assists in creating a season plan, executing practices, recruiting prospective student-athletes, and helping manage the overall softball program. The primary responsibility is creating a positive student-athlete experience and assisting the head coach with the day-to-day operations of a collegiate softball program.

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The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visitCSBSJU.

The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

• Assist with coaching and student-athlete development for the softball program
• Collaborate with the head coach to plan practices, teach technique, advance individual skills, and support strength and conditioning efforts.
• Identify and assess prospective student-athletes and build relationships through the recruiting process established by the head coach.
• Provide academic support and personal mentoring through individual and team meetings.
• Support the head coach in developing a competitive schedule and coordinating logistics for team and recruiting travel.
• Attend games and assist with all responsibilities related to game-day operations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Prior experience coaching competitive softball 
• Strong understanding of softball technique and training methods
• Experience with pitching and pitching instruction preferred. 
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, motivate, and support college-aged student-athletes
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Knowledge of NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and policies
• Valid driver’s license required; candidate must pass a driver’s license check and complete a defensive driving course upon hire.
• Ability to complete all required safety training at the time of hire.

• The role requires mobility across campus facilities and competition venues. 
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including leading players through training sessions, demonstrating techniques and skills
• Must be capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, and transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs. 

Travel Requirements:

• Regular regional and occasional national travel based on team performance/competition sites. 
• Travel for recruiting purposes, typically weekly during high school season, most often regionally 

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply.” Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a letter of application and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or employment@csbsju.edu.

It is the policy of CSB to conduct a pre-employment background check.  An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. CSB also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.    

Salary : $44,800 - $52,600