Gettysburg College, in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced professional for a full-time position as Head Softball Coach. Gettysburg is an undergraduate liberal arts and sciences college, which enrolls approximately 2,200 primarily residential students. The College is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual who has a strong administrative, collaborative and student-focused background to serve in this position.
This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position reporting to the Director of Athletics. Responsibilities for the leadership, organization, administration and supervision of all aspects of the Division III Softball program include, but are not limited to:
Recruit and retain highly qualified student-athletes with a commitment to academic success.
Implement a comprehensive strategy for scheduling and organizing practices and competitions, including travel, accommodations and meals, to ensure proper preparation for student-athletes.
Manage operational, fiscal and administrative responsibilities of the Softball program.
Demonstrate a high level of involvement in the personal, academic development and health and welfare of student-athletes.
Support the Division of College Advancement with fundraising efforts and alumni activities.
Work cooperatively with department offices, including athletic communications, athletic training and equipment room staffs in regard to public relations efforts, practice coordination, health and safety of student-athletes and team uniform/equipment needs.
Hiring and supervising assistant coaches, including full and part-time positions.
Additional responsibilities may include other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
The successful candidate will:
Have earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree is preferred
Three to five years of successful collegiate coaching experience, preferably as a head coach
Ability to work effectively in the environment of an academic demanding liberal arts institution and abide by all NCAA Division III, Centennial Conference and institutional policies
Proficient with technology applications applicable to the position
Maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record in accordance with all institutional policies
Gettysburg College sponsors 24 varsity sports—12 for men and 12 for women—that compete at the NCAA Division III intercollegiate level. Gettysburg is a founding member of the Centennial Conference, one of the premier conferences for NCAA Division III athletics. The conference is home to some of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges, all of which are committed to excellence in academics and athletics.
