Assistant Softball Coach Internship

Thiel College – Greenville, Pennsylvania

Thiel College seeks an Assistant Softball Coach. This position reports to the Head Softball Coach and the Director of Athletics. The selected candidates will assist the Head Softball Coach in all aspects of the college’s softball program while holistically developing student-athletes into leaders.

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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Teach/instruct student-athletes in their designated sport (primary duty of all coaches).

· Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of game and practice preparations.

· Mentor and monitor the student-athlete's academic progress.

· Evaluate student-athletes academically and athletically.

· Assist in planning and implementing pre/post workout program.

· Assist with fundraising activities.

· Assist with community service planning and implementation.

· Recruit, retain, and graduate quality student-athletes for Thiel College and the athletic program.

· Serve as a gameday administrator.

· Follow all rules and guidelines set forth by the NCAA Division III, the Presidents Athletic Conference, and Thiel College.

· Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Head Coach.

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Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred.

· Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

· Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

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Preferred Qualifications

· Candidates must be self-motivated

· Possess strong communication skills

· Have solid organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills

· The candidate must also strive for excellence and have pride in everything they do.

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Performance Expectations:

Assistant Coaches are expected to work collaboratively with their head coach in meeting established performance standards that support the mission and sustainability of Thiel College Athletics. These expectations include achieving assigned recruiting and roster targets; maintaining retention benchmarks; fostering a positive student-athlete experience; demonstrating competitive progress appropriate to program tenure; engaging alumni, parents, community partners, and supporters; contributing to program and departmental fundraising initiatives; and supporting community engagement efforts. In addition, Assistant Coaches are responsible to follow and actively support the head coach’s established annual program calendar that outlines recruiting activities, fundraising initiatives, alumni engagement events, and academic monitoring strategies during the fall and spring semesters to support student-athlete retention and success.

The College evaluates performance using a comprehensive, holistic approach and is committed to supporting growth. When reasonable progress is not evident, next steps may include a performance improvement plan or probation, and, when appropriate, non-renewal of employment appointment, in accordance with College policies.

Successful candidates must adhere to all NCAA, conference, and institutional guidelines, policies, and rules. Demonstrate professional behavior while operating with integrity.

This is a part-time, 10-month position and includes housing, a cell phone stipend, and a meal plan.

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To Apply:

Thiel College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Please note, however, that we are unable to provide employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B) for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Qualified applicants should visit Thiel’s employment site for more information (https://www.thiel.edu/offices/human-resources/employment-opportunities). An application is available by clicking here. A resume, reference information and cover letter should be attached within the application in a single PDF document with the applicant’s last name as the file name.

Materials will be reviewed as received and continue until position is filled.

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About Thiel College:

Thiel College is committed to attracting culturally and professionally diverse faculty and staff dedicated to engaging students in a rich, fulfilling curricular and co-curricular

experience. Thiel Athletics is guided by a commitment to excellence, leadership development, and the holistic growth of student-athletes, preparing them to reach their full potential in competition, academics, and life.