Position Information

Posting Number 20112931

Position Title Assistant Women’s Softball Coach

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department Women's Softball

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The Assistant Softball Coach assists the Head Softball Coach with directing and supervising the operation of the softball program within the rules and regulations of the NCAA , Southland Conference, Texas State University System and Lamar University. The position requires a commitment to compliance and academics leading to graduation of student-athletes. The position requires active involvement in the community for fundraising purposes

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Women’s Softball Coach with on field coaching during practice and

competition.

• Assists the Head Women’s Softball Coach with a variety of administrative duties.

• Assists in developing a successful recruiting program and will attempt to recruit the best

students as well as athletes.

• Recognizes and promotes the best interest of the student-athletes both academically and

athletically – encouraging each to graduate.

• Actively participates in fundraising and development along with the Head Women’s

Softball Coach and Athletics Director.

• Available to the news media on appropriate occasions as determined by the Head

Women’s Softball Coach in conjunction with the Assistant Athletics Director for Media

Relations

• Other duties as assigned.

  Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

• Commitment to compliance and academic success.

• Effective communication, both written and oral.

• Exceptionally strong organizational skills.

• Ability to assist with budgetary management for department.

• Strict adherence to established NCAA , Southland Conference, Texas State University System, and Lamar University rules and regulations required. A violation of these rules and regulations can lead to disciplinary action including termination.

Physical Requirements:

• This position required sitting and standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds while performing the essential functions as described within the essential job functions.

Job Conditions:

• Duties are typically performed within athletics facilities and other buildings or outdoors.

  Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.

• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 1 – 3 years NCAA Division I and/or professional experience as a softball coach required

• Prior experience as a Pitching Coach.

• Experience in NCAA Division I recruiting required

• Knowledge of NCAA rules required

• Strict adherence to established NCAA , Southland Conference, Texas State University System and Lamar University rules and regulations is required. A violation of these rules and regulations can lead to disciplinary action including termination.

  EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

  Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary Commensurate

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 06/24/2024

Close Date 09/24/2024

Open Until Filled No

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