Assistant Softball Coach

Job Title

Assistant Softball Coach

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Athletics - Softball

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas, a proud member of the NCAA Division I and the Western Athletic Conference (WAC).

The Assistant Softball Coach plays a pivotal role in supporting the Head Coach to develop and manage a competitive NCAA Division I softball program. This full-time, 12-month position focuses on fostering player development, teamwork, and excellence both on and off the field. Key responsibilities include assisting with coaching, recruiting, game day preparation, organizing camps, and coordinating travel logistics. Additionally, the role includes serving as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate; which includes nights and weekends.

Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances.

Job Responsibilities

50% Coaching/Instruction:

• Coaches student athletes individually and in groups and demonstrates game techniques.
• Develops game strategy and position assignments.
• Plans coaching and practice sessions in accordance with NCAA and Conference regulations.
• Instructs student athletes on physical health, team concepts and safety.
• Instructs student athletes in the rules and fundamentals of their sport.
• Monitors and maintains the discipline and conduct of student athletes to support the image and reputation of the athletics program.
• Ensures adherence to all Association, Conference, and University rules by student athletes and supporting staff.
• Supervises student athletes during practices, games, and travel.
  
  

25% Supports Player Recruitment and Evaluation:

• Oversees recruiting efforts, travel arrangements, program budgeting, equipment management and game day preparations.
• Promotes the athletic program and specific sport through community events, public speaking, fundraising, and marketing.
  
  

20% Administrative Tasks:

• Perform tasks related to game administration of sporting events hosted by Tarleton State University such as scheduling, budgeting, and communication.
  
  

5% Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in physical education, sport science, sports medicine, sports management, recreation and fitness, athletic training, kinesiology or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Three years of coaching experience at high school, collegiate, or professional level.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques associated with softball required.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, implement and evaluate complex tasks and procedures.
• Excellent organization and supervision skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire athletes.
• Willingness and ability to work effectively with all campus and associated constituencies.
• Have a working familiarity with computer systems (including social media).
  
  

Preferred

Education and Experience

• Master's degree
• Previous Division I college coaching experience
  
  

Other Requirements

Work is normally performed in a game field or training room setting with some travel to/from away matches required

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS OF POSITION

Conduct is expected to be professional and courteous. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner which promotes and is consistent with the intrinsic goals of Tarleton State University.

This is a full-time, twelve-month position annually.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Salary Range

Requirements

The target base annual salary range is commensurate with experience and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) - scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!
• Masters Educational Assistance - is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!
  
  

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

• Fully covered employee health insurance
• Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees' insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement and Insurance programs
  
  

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Longevity pay
• Paid Birthday Leave - Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!
  
  

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!
• Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.
• Employee Wellness Release Time
• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
• and other Tarleton Discounts
  
  

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
  
  

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.