What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Softball Coach position at NCAA?
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Posted: 17-Jun-26
Location: Hanover, Indiana
Type: Full-time
Categories
Coaching
Coaching - Softball
Sector
Collegiate Sports
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Position Summary Leads and develops a competitive NCAA Division III women's softball program that operates within the parameters set by Hanover College, the conference, and the NCAA. Ensures an excellent student-athlete experience focused on competitive excellence, academic success, wellness, character development, and inclusive excellence while engaging alumni, families, and the broader community.
Primary Responsibilities 1) Program Leadership, Compliance, and Operations
About Hanover College
Nestled in 650 acres of a wooded campus and located on the banks of the scenic Ohio River, Hanover College is a private, liberal arts institution where brains and beauty truly intersect. Our rigorous interdisciplinary academic program with 34 majors attracts the best and the brightest from across the region and beyond. Our students start companies, create social movements and examine wildlife in the wild – and that’s just while they’re here. After they leave, they join a powerful alumni network of high achievers with connections to jobs in every field. A typical Hanover student is usually in the top 20% of their graduating high school class, with a well-rounded history of extracurricular activities in the service, sports, and academic arena. But their Hanover experience, however, is anything but a typical college experience. At Hanover, students can design their own major, start their own club or organization, and spend May Term immersed in a single course – often abroad. Hanover students leave here with a professional resume, already full of authentic work from their undergraduate internship, combined with practical meets technical experience in their chosen field. MIS...SION Hanover College is a challenging and supportive community whose members take responsibility for lifelong inquiry, transformative learning and meaningful service. Hanover College is dedicated to creating a distinctive intellectual community within which students are challenged and nurtured to take responsibility for their learning and their lives and to develop their unique abilities to their highest levels. The achievement of these purposes requires personal commitment, a willingness to accept responsibility, and discipline in exercising it. Academically, Hanover College emphasizes the importance of oral and written expression, intellectual curiosity, and sound judgment. Vision Statement As we enter our third century, Hanover College will be an institution known for its ambitious commitment to student success, academic innovation and community impact. With one foot steeped in tradition and the other stepping forward to the future, we will integrate a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences with the necessity of career readiness; the desire for human connection with the accelerated use of technology; and a transformative undergraduate experience with innovative graduate professional programs. Hanover College will be poised for its third century to be its best century.
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Posted: 17-Jun-26
Location: Hanover, Indiana
Type: Full-time
Categories
Coaching
Coaching - Softball
Sector
Collegiate Sports
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Position Summary Leads and develops a competitive NCAA Division III women's softball program that operates within the parameters set by Hanover College, the conference, and the NCAA. Ensures an excellent student-athlete experience focused on competitive excellence, academic success, wellness, character development, and inclusive excellence while engaging alumni, families, and the broader community.
Primary Responsibilities 1) Program Leadership, Compliance, and Operations
- Plan, organize, and oversee all aspects of the program in compliance with Hanover College, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Schedule season contests and practice times; coordinate scouting of opponents and game/practice preparation.
- Initiate and manage in- and off-season conditioning programs consistent with NCAA DIII standards and institutional policies.
- Attend conference coaches’ meetings and complete required campus training.
- Manage team travel, equipment purchasing and maintenance, and facilities coordination to ensure a safe, efficient environment. 2) Recruitment and Roster Management
- Coordinate and process all aspects of on- and off-campus recruiting to attract strong academic and mission-fit student-athletes towards a healthy and competitive roster goal each year.
- Maintain accurate recruiting and roster records for statistical analysis, benchmarking, and historical tracking and towards annual retention goals. 3) Student-Athlete Experience and Wellness
- Foster a holistic, inclusive team culture emphasizing academic progress, mental health, physical well-being, and life-skill development.
- Collaborate with campus partners (academic support, counseling services, athletic training, strength and conditioning, DEI, and Title IX) to provide proactive wellness education, timely referrals, and coordinated return-to-play processes.
- Implement evidence-informed workload management, injury-prevention strategies, and rest/recovery practices; uphold safety standards for practices, travel, and competition. 4) Budgeting and Administration
- Function within an approved budget; oversee the preparation of a detailed, itemized annual budget.
- Initiate and recommend budget adjustments that improve program quality and the student-athlete experience.
- Maintain comprehensive program records (statistics, compliance documentation, recruiting, travel, equipment inventory, and historical materials) and prepare required reports.
- May be assigned as game administrator on a limited number of dates in off-season. 5) External Relations, Fundraising, and Community Engagement
- Provide responsive, professional service to student-athletes, faculty/administration, alumni, fans, parents, community members, and media.
- Partner with Advancement to plan and execute fundraising initiatives (e.g., annual giving, events, donor stewardship) supporting program needs and enhancements.
- Engage alumni and community through clinics, camps, outreach, and service projects that elevate program visibility and reputation. 6) Teaching and Off-Season Instruction (as assigned)
- May teach a physical activity or wellness-based activity course in the off-season, subject to institutional need and qualifications.
- Integrate sport-specific and transferrable skills (leadership, teamwork, resilience) into instructional settings; align course outcomes with departmental and institutional goals.
- Perform general duties to ensure the quality, safety, and development of the program and the student-athlete experience.
- Maintain records for statistical analysis and historical ramifications.
- Promote a positive image of Hanover College and represent the College in accordance with the College's mission, principles, and strategic plan.
- Support a welcoming College culture and experience.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on coaching/administrative strengths.
- B.S. or B.A. required; M.S. or M.A. preferred
- NCAA Division III playing and/or coaching experience
- Demonstrated success recruiting strong academic student-athletes who align with institutional values
- Experience with fundraising and donor/alumni engagement
- Experience teaching activity-based courses or facilitating wellness/leadership workshops
- Familiarity with performance analytics, video/scouting platforms, and athlete management tools
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse audiences (students, families, colleagues, alumni, media)
- Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and a variety of secondary assignments
- Knowledge of NCAA DIII rules and regulations; demonstrated commitment to compliance and ethical conduct
- Commitment to student-athlete wellness, safety, and inclusive excellence
- Budget management, operational planning, and data-informed decision-making
- Evening and weekend work required during the competitive season; travel required
- Maintain current certifications as applicable (e.g., First Aid/CPR/AED, sport-specific credentials, driver certification, and institutional trainings)
- Adhere to and model Hanover College mission, values, and conduct expectations; uphold conference and NCAA Division III philosophies.
About Hanover College
Nestled in 650 acres of a wooded campus and located on the banks of the scenic Ohio River, Hanover College is a private, liberal arts institution where brains and beauty truly intersect. Our rigorous interdisciplinary academic program with 34 majors attracts the best and the brightest from across the region and beyond. Our students start companies, create social movements and examine wildlife in the wild – and that’s just while they’re here. After they leave, they join a powerful alumni network of high achievers with connections to jobs in every field. A typical Hanover student is usually in the top 20% of their graduating high school class, with a well-rounded history of extracurricular activities in the service, sports, and academic arena. But their Hanover experience, however, is anything but a typical college experience. At Hanover, students can design their own major, start their own club or organization, and spend May Term immersed in a single course – often abroad. Hanover students leave here with a professional resume, already full of authentic work from their undergraduate internship, combined with practical meets technical experience in their chosen field. MIS...SION Hanover College is a challenging and supportive community whose members take responsibility for lifelong inquiry, transformative learning and meaningful service. Hanover College is dedicated to creating a distinctive intellectual community within which students are challenged and nurtured to take responsibility for their learning and their lives and to develop their unique abilities to their highest levels. The achievement of these purposes requires personal commitment, a willingness to accept responsibility, and discipline in exercising it. Academically, Hanover College emphasizes the importance of oral and written expression, intellectual curiosity, and sound judgment. Vision Statement As we enter our third century, Hanover College will be an institution known for its ambitious commitment to student success, academic innovation and community impact. With one foot steeped in tradition and the other stepping forward to the future, we will integrate a foundation in the liberal arts and sciences with the necessity of career readiness; the desire for human connection with the accelerated use of technology; and a transformative undergraduate experience with innovative graduate professional programs. Hanover College will be poised for its third century to be its best century.
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