All inquiries about the position may be sent to the Director of Athletics, Mike Knipe - mjknipe@northcentral.edu.

Preference is given to those who have played collegiately and/or have other coaching experience

Lead the intercollegiate Softball team as head coach.

• Based on university and departmental mission, effectively recruit student-athletes to fill and maintain a team roster based on NCAA Division III collegiate standards.
• Develop and retain student-athletes in the five major growth areas (spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, and relational health).
• Fulfill operational duties to include, but are not limited to, practice, game, and facility scheduling.
• Hire and supervise assistant coach(s)/graduate assistant(s) for the program.
• Create and foster an environment that equips and empowers team members for academic and occupational success.
• Represent the Softball program at the required conference, regional, and national meetings.
• Oversee program equipment and uniform inventory.
• Successfully manage annual program budget and revenue generation (program fundraising).
• Adhere to all mandates and policies as described in the coach’s policies and procedures manual.
• Operate in compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations.
• Coordinate campus visit experiences for all Softball prospective student-athletes.
• Develop a strong partnership with admissions and other key departments across campus to help ensure healthy ideation and efficient recruiting practices are utilized.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, both within the athletic department, and through outside organizations, memberships, and conferences.

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and previous coaching experience required.
• Collegiate coaching and college student-athlete experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of institutional budgets and program budgetary needs.
• Knowledge of managing practical fiscal responsibilities.
• Knowledge of high school, collegiate, and amateur athletic associations with insights as they relate to recruiting trends and best practices.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Sound communication skills in both one-on-one and group settings as well as written correspondence.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Integrity, dependability, and leadership qualities are required.
• Ability to operate a personal computer.
• Ability to coordinate a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work well with a variety of diverse personalities.
• Ability to plan, organize, conduct, and participate in effective staff meetings.

Working Conditions and Frequency:

• Use of a PC and/or telephone approximately 50% of the time.
• Position involves exposure to the repetitive motion of the fingers, hands, and wrists on a daily basis.
• The ability to lift 25-45 lbs repeatedly is required.
• The position is located in an urban, Christ-centered environment.