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Head Coach – Softball Jobs in Boston at Fisher College

Fisher College, a private, not-for-profit institution located in the historic Back Bay district in the heart of Boston, is committed to providing transformative higher education experiences. With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and dedicated faculty, Fisher supports students in pursuing their passions and preparing for meaningful careers.The Athletic Department at Fisher College (Boston, Mass.), a National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) institution and a member of the Continental Athletic Conference, invites qualified candidates to apply for the part-time, stipend professional position of Head Coach for Softball.

Job Description Summary
The Head Softball Coach will oversee all aspects of the softball program, including but not limited to: teaching and refining skills and techniques, preparation of daily practices and season plans, scheduling games and planning travel, motivating and monitoring teams’ academic success, and ordering supplies and uniforms. A primary function of the position will be the recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes. The successful candidate will actively ensure compliance with all NAIA, Fisher College and Continental Athletic Conference rules and regulations.
Essential Duties
  • Develops, organizes and administers a competitive NAIA intercollegiate softball program. Works in conjunction with the Associate Director of Athletics to develop the Softball schedule.
  • Attending all practices and matches; providing on-court team strategy and individual skill development.
  • Executes practice organization and implementation
  • Works collaboratively with the Office of Admissions
  • Monitors academic progress of student-athletes and develops and implements strategy for retention.
  • Adheres to all College, NAIA and CAC policies and procedures and educate student-athletes about the same.
  • Perform other duties as assigned that are appropriate for the position

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
  • Three (3) or more years of full-time coaching experience at the professional, collegiate, high school or club level.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and virtual communication (email, Teams, Zoom)
  • Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree from an accredited college/university
  • History of success in the areas of recruiting, player development and fostering holistic success in team members
  • Competitive experience as a former softball student-athlete at the collegiate level
Work Environment
  • Nights, Weekends and holidays expected.
  • Exposed to loud noise due to the nature of collegiate athletics
  • At times, travel overnight or day travel is required

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties of position.

As an equal opportunity/access employer and educator, Fisher College is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits Summary:

  • Sick Time
  • 403(b)

Fisher College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Employer and Educator

Title: Head Coach – Softball

Company: Fisher College

Location: Boston

 

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