• Job Description

  Req#: 41824
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Softball Coach. This is a full-time (at-will and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.
  Responsibilities: The Assistant Softball Coach is responsible for providing administrative, instructional and coaching assistance to the Head Coach with the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes. This position will also be responsible for other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
  Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.
  Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated experience as a NCAA DI Softball Coach and/or combination of DI and Professional Softball Experience with demonstrated knowledge of the techniques and strategies of the sport of softball or 10 years of successful head coaching experience at junior college and/or high school level or combination;
  • Successful recruiting experience.
  • Working knowledge of and ability to:
    
    • Effectively communicate with and successfully recruit national caliber student-athletes;
    • Operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment;
    • Utilize basic office productivity software (such as Microsoft Office), online database systems, and digital video software for scouting and analysis.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, as demonstrated through public speaking engagements, clinician experience, and/or use of effective and creative training/coaching techniques;
  • Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships;
  • A valid U.S. driver’s license and the ability to meet University of Iowa Driving Policy standards.
  Desirable Qualifications:
  • Proven ability to successfully identify and accurately assess the talent of softball athletes.
  • Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being;
  • Knowledge of and commitment to comply with NCAA rules and regulations.
  • Experience in one or more of the following specialty areas: pitching, catching and/or hitting.
  • Demonstrates extensive proficiency and ability to:
    
    • Utilize a video analysis system;
    • Encourage and motivate student-athletes through effective analysis, feedback and use of effective diagnostic/coaching techniques;
    • Maintain productive, long-term relationships with staff, students, coaches of prospects, and patrons.
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I athletics program.
  Application Process: Visit our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search for keywords “Assistant Coach” Only applications submitted at https://jobs.uiowa.edu will be accepted.
  • Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
  • Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a relevant file to the submission. Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration.
  • Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history.
  • Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
  • As a part of the University of Iowa’s review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University’s Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.
  • For questions or additional information, please contact tanner-erwin@uiowa.edu.
  Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Assistant Coach
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Work Modality Options: On Campus
  Compensation
  • Pay Level: 09
  • Starting Salary Minimum: Commensurate
  Contact Information
  • Organization: Athletics
  • Contact Name: Tanner Erwin
  • Contact Email: tanner-erwin@uiowa.edu
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  The University of Iowa is a public research university in Iowa City, Iowa.

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