Assistant Coach, Softball (Pitching)

Job no: 495087
Position type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Division/Equivalent: 10375 - Athletics & Physical Education
School/Unit: 10036 - Intercollegiate Athletics
Department/Office: 10603 - Intercollegiate Sports
Categories: Athletics

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Department:

Department of Athletics
Position Overview:

The Assistant Softball Coach is a full-time, 12-month, Pitching position responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operation of the Softball Program. The Assistant Softball Coach provides effective leadership, recruitment, coaching and monitoring of student-athletes to encourage successful academic and team performance.

In collaboration with the Head Softball Coach, the Assistant Softball Coach will be charged with assisting the UMBC Softball Pitchers, and is expected to identify, evaluate and recruit Pitchers that can be successful athletically, academically and socially in a Division I environment.
Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $50,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Responsibilities:

 

  • Player development: Pitching (practice planning and skill instruction, game management, attention to academics and commitment to community service)
  • Recruiting and retaining academically and athletically qualified student-athletes
  • Assisting with administrative responsibilities (scheduling, team travel and balancing the budget)
  • Cultivating relationships with alumni
  • Working with Athletics Department staff on fundraising, special events and appearances; and performing other duties as assigned
  • It is expected that the successful candidate will abide by all written policies and procedures of the Department of Athletics, UMBC, the America East Conference (AEC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

 
Required Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
  • One year of Coaching experience
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Two years of pitching experience at the professional and/or collegiate level
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required. 
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

  • 22 Days of Annual Leave  
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
  • & Much more
Salary:

Salary: $50,000 - $57,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Hours: Full-Time
Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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