Head Softball Coach

Head Softball Coach Kent State University

• 4.2 Kent, OH Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Qualifications Sports-specific training instruction Sports team experience Sports coaching Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Kent Campus
• Kent Staff/Unclassified Closing on: Jun 19 2026 999946 Women-Softball
• Kent Campus [100044]

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Job Title:

Head Softball Coach Physical Location:

Kent Campus•

Kent, OH Salary:

Basic Function:

To provide leadership for the intercollegiate softball program; to administer and promote the program within the university mission. Reports to Athletic Director. Additional Basic Function

• if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Provide leadership for the softball team; establish coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student athletes

• skills and teamwork; analyze team performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Oversee recruitment of student athletes. Develop policies and procedures for student athletes and coaches. Administer program budget, analyze funding needs, and plan fund raising activities to subsidize athletic program. Develop strategies to foster athletic and academic progress of student athletes; counsel and advise student athletes with personal or academic problems. May perform marketing or public relations duties to promote the program. Leadership of a small department, unit, or major function and/or direct supervision over administrative/professional employees. Perform related duties as assigned. Additional Examples of Duties

• if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field; four years progressively responsible experience in coaching softball.

License/Certification:

Knowledge Of:

National Collegiate Athletics Association and Mid-American Conference rules and regulations

Skill In:

Public relations Training or instructing student athletes Interpersonal communication

Ability To:

Manage a budget and raise funds Analyze situations and develop solutions Travel Work non-traditional hours Provide leadership and direction Preferred Qualifications

• if applicable: Master's degree preferred.

Assessments:

Asterisk (

• ) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments Working Conditions /

Physical Requirements:

Medium work

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects.

Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building and off-campus frequently.

Working Schedule:

Additional Information:

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.