Founded in 1911, SUNY Cobleskill enrolls approximately 2000 students in 55 diverse majors. The campus sets the standard for applied education that extends theory into practice. SUNY Cobleskill is a community characterized by empathy, inclusivity, respect, personal growth, integrity, and a collaborative spirit fostering well-being and sustainable practices. We recognize and celebrate student, faculty and staff achievements. We take pride in our campus and encourage collaboration with our surrounding communities.

Our modern, 902-acre campus features outstanding educational facilities, including an equestrian center, 200-cow dairy facility, cold and warm water fish hatcheries, specialized classrooms and scientific laboratories, two state-of-the-art culinary arts teaching kitchens, child development and childcare centers, and an art gallery and graphic design center.

Drawing on a rich academic tradition that spans more than 100 years, our purpose remains constant; to educate future entrepreneurs, scientists, thought leaders, artists, educators, and practitioners to contribute to the sustainability of a healthy and prosperous societal existence in concert with a robust environment.

Job Description: The SUNY Cobleskill Athletics department has an immediate opening for the Head Softball Coach. This is a full-time, 10-month position. The candidate will be responsible for the administration and organization of a successful program that competes in the North Atlantic Conference and adheres to all NCAA Division III rules.

Responsibilities

The Head Softball Coach will be responsible for:

Prepare, schedule and organize daily practice sessions focused on skill development and preparation for team competition.

Hire, supervise, and evaluate Assistant Coaches and/or Volunteer Coaches.

Organize, direct, and mentor the coaching staff to carry out the goals and objectives of the program.

Engage in ethical decision-making and outstanding sportsmanship

Engage in regular consultation with athletic training personnel to maximize the safety and wellness of student-athletes. Provide an environment that places the overall welfare of student-athletes first at all times.

Ensure the ongoing eligibility of athletes by monitor their academic progress; provide general advising, mentoring and support to the softball student-athletes

Administering all aspects of an effective recruitment and retention plan to recruit qualified student-athletes in accordance with the NCAA, North Atlantic Conference, State University of New York (SUNY) and SUNY Cobleskill policies and procedures

Responsibly expend allocated budget and ensure that the budget balances each fiscal year. Manage all aspects of fundraising for the softball program and assist with the overall athletic fundraising plan.

Engage with the Fighting Tiger softball alumni and community base

Schedule competitions in consultation with the Athletics administrators

Work with the Compliance Officer in regards to all rules and regulations of the NCAA and the North Atlantic Conference

Execute the responsibilities of a head coach in a manner that reflects an ongoing commitment to the excellence, integrity and success of the softball program, of the Department of Athletics, and SUNY Cobleskill

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sports Management or related field 
• 4+ years softball coaching experience
• Established record of softball coaching at the collegiate level 
• Knowledge of rules and techniques of the sport of softball
• Proven ability to recruit quality student-athletes 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent organizational, delegation and planning ability
• Knowledge and commitment to NCAA Division III rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have: 

• Previous softball coaching experience at the NCAA Division III level
• Master's degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sports Management or related field