SUMMARY OF WORK: The Head Coach for Women’s Softball is responsible for all aspects of their assigned sport including but not limited to building a positive culture, budget management, recruiting, eligibility, compliance, NJCAA documentation, promotion, public relations, scheduling, travel, awarding of scholarships, roster management, managing assistant coaches, organization of practices and all home games, camps, fundraising, academic monitoring, coaching, player development, and other duties assigned by the Athletic Director. The college expects head coaches to promote and develop leadership, citizenship, academic excellence, athletic competitiveness, and community engagement.

Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of coaching/recruitment experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent team leadership and management skills, including the ability to motivate, build consensus, evaluate performance, and facilitate training and professional development.
• Maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated high-quality oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends, as necessary.
• Must have a valid Montana driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree
• Two years recruiting and public relations experience
• Experience in a higher education setting, counseling, or sales environment

Dawson CC is partnering with the consultants at Bechler Leadership for this search. Please direct all questions and application materials (cover letter, resume, list of 3 references) to them via Search@BechlerLeadership.com or by calling 765-661-2841.

To see complete job description and other employment requirements, please visit https://www.dawson.edu/employment-opportunities.html

About Bechler Leadership

Bechler Enterprises, LLC. (commonly referred to as Bechler Leadership) is a leadership training & consulting business founded by Jamy Bechler. It specializes in helping build better teams and stronger cultures by working with athletes, coaches, teams, and departments become better. Bechler Enterprises, LLC. helps individuals, organizations, and businesses maximize their potential, strengthen their cultures, and grow their leadership skills through the use of keynote speaking, workshops, podcasts, books, training seminars, content development, and athletic search. Jamy Bechler is a former college basketball coach and athletic administrator, who has written nine books and hosts the "Success is a Choice" podcast. Find out more by visiting JamyBechler.com or by emailing Team@BechlerLeadership.com

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