Staff: Assistant Coach - Softball

Working at Cedarville University is more than a job, it's a calling. A call to help equip students to go into the world and do great things for the Kingdom. A call to use the gifts God has given you to make the most of every day. A call to work as unto the Lord. God is doing great things at Cedarville University and we are excited for you to be part of it.

When applying, please include a resume/CV and cover letter in PDF format. Additional documents will be requested if needed. Please do not submit documents that include dates of birth, social security numbers, or that require password access. 
 

 

POSITION SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The assistant softball coach will help foster a distinctive culture in competitive athletics that commissions student-athletes to impact the world for Christ. The primary purpose is to support the head coach’s involvement in coaching.  Examples of support would be in the areas of recruitment, camp/clinic organization, scouting, practice instruction, weight training, discipleship, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Team members and coaching staff will strive to reflect the athletic department core values: Love for God, Love for Others, Integrity in Conduct, Excellence in Effort. 

• Coordinate team travel
• Mentor and spiritually motivate players
• Assist with day-to-day program operations
• Coordinate recruiting
• Establish communication with alumni
• Manage the program’s social media
• Softball camp/clinic administration and organization
• Coordinate mission trips
• Other duties assigned by the head coach
• Maintain a commitment to NCAA, Conference, and University rule compliance.
• Report any NCAA, Conference, and University rule violations to the compliance coordinator.

• Understand that violations of NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA degree required, Masters preferred.
• Previous coaching experience (collegiate coaching experience preferred)
• High character qualities: enthusiasm, dependability, creativity, motivation, flexibility and integrity
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with coaches, student-athletes, parents and others
• Knowledge of NCAA DI or DII preferred (as athlete or coach)
• Self-motivated with initiative and work ethic
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Have access to/use of a personal vehicle

REQUIRED MENTAL/PHYSICAL ABILITIES: 

• Must be able to drive school cars/vans
• Must be able to attend to details and deadlines
• Must be able to keep on task in the midst of surrounding activity and have several tasks ongoing simultaneously

• Must be able to lift objects of 25 pounds
• Must have knowledge of and ability to use email and Microsoft Word
• Must have, or obtain, current American Red Cross Standard First Aid certification or AHA Heartsaver First Aid certification.

We Offer an Exceptional Employee Experience:

• A commitment to Scripture that informs everything we do –transforming lives through excellent education and equipping students to stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. We are a mission-led, Christian institution with numerous opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• An excellent and comprehensive employee benefits program for eligible employees and their families.
• Meaningful Christian community and fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
• A beautiful, well-maintained campus with modern facilities in the serene, family-oriented town of Cedarville, Ohio.
• Free access to our first-class Athletic and Recreation Facilities.
• Free employee parking.
• Free access to Centennial Library campus resources.
• Campus Bookstore and Campus Dining Hall discounts.
• Opportunities to foster growth through chapel and other university-sponsored events.
• Opportunities to share the gospel worldwide through Global Outreach mission trips.

Contact Information:

All official inquiries should be directed to Teresa Day, Director of Staffing Services. Applicants must agree with and be willing to abide by Cedarville University's doctrinal statement, community covenant, and general workplace standards.  

This position is subject to the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the completion of a criminal history investigation.

Cedarville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.